This stunning Chocolate & Coffee Ombre Drip Cake combines rich chocolate layers, velvety buttercream in graduated mocha tones, and a glossy ganache drip for a dessert that’s as elegant as it is indulgent. Perfect for coffee lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike, the ombre frosting creates a beautiful visual gradient, while buttercream rosettes and edible accents finish the cake with a showstopping flourish. Whether for a celebration or a luxe afternoon treat, this layered masterpiece delivers deep flavor and refined texture in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake (Three 8-inch Layers):
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1¾ cups (350 g) sugar
- ¾ cup (75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk (room temperature)
- ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) hot coffee
For the Buttercream (Ombre Effect):
- 1½ cups (340 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 5 cups (600 g) powdered sugar
- 3–4 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Cocoa powder (for tinting shades)
For the Chocolate Ganache Drip:
- 1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
For Decoration:
- Buttercream rosettes in varying cocoa shades
- Coffee beans or chocolate pearls
Instructions
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