Recipe - Soft, Fluffy Coffee Butter Cake ☕️🍰
[Recipe] This soft, moist and fluffy Coffee Butter Cake recipe has been on my blog since 2018, and after all these years… it finally gets its video moment ☕️🍰
It's so nicely buttery and each bite is filled with that familiar coffee aroma, almost like coffee buns from the bakery, but in cake form 😆
Best enjoyed with a cold glass of milk or more coffee (like what I prefer!) and honestly, I think it tastes even better the next day when the flavours have had time to settle.
Tips for success ✨:
(1) Room temp ingredients, including eggs so that the ingredients bind together better without clumpy
(2) As much as possible, sift your dry ingredients, its a worthwhile step in case there are clumps of flour!
Ingredients
- 105ml Milk
- 9g Coffee Granules (I like to use freeze dried coffee)
- 225g Unsalted Butter, softened at room temperature
- 135g Granulated White Sugar (150g if you want extra fluffy)
- 3 Large Eggs, 55g - 60g each
- 5ml Vanilla Essence
- Pinch of salt
- 180g All-Purpose / Plain Flour, sifted
- 3g Baking Powder, sifted
Instructions
1. Heat coffee granules and milk at low heat until fully dissolved. Set aside to cool
2. Cream together butter and sugar until fluffy and light yellow
3. Whisk in the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Mixing well is important at this stage!
4. Whisk in vanilla, salt and coffee milk until batter is uniform in colour and texture
5. Sift in the flour and baking powder mixture into the batter and fold in, do not overmix
6. Transfer to 7 in round baking tray, tap a few times to dislodge trapped air bubbles and bake 160C, 52 - 55 mins. It is okay if the cake cracks a little, its normal for butter cake and most would sink back!
7. Cool fully before serving. Enjoy!
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Baking a coffee butter cake that turns out soft, moist, and fluffy every time can be a delightful experience, especially when you incorporate simple tips to enhance the texture and aroma. One important aspect I've discovered is using freeze-dried coffee granules dissolved in warm milk, which really infuses the cake with a rich coffee flavor without the bitterness. Allowing this mixture to cool before adding it helps keep the batter smooth and consistent in texture. Using room temperature eggs and butter makes a significant difference in achieving a creamy batter that traps air well, contributing to the light and fluffy cake crumb after baking. While creaming the butter and sugar, I found that beating them until light yellow and fluffy creates a perfect base to mix in the eggs gradually. This slow addition prevents the batter from curdling and ensures a uniform texture. When folding in the sifted flour and baking powder, gentle movements are key to avoid overmixing, which can lead to a dense cake. The little cracks that sometimes form on top during baking are normal for butter cakes, and they usually settle after cooling. Another tip is to trust the baking time and temperature—baking at 160°C for around 52-55 minutes allows the cake to cook evenly without drying out. Cooling the cake completely before unmolding and slicing ensures it holds together well and the flavors have fully developed. Personally, I enjoy this coffee butter cake with a glass of cold milk or a fresh cup of coffee, as the coffee aroma in the cake complements both beverages beautifully. Interestingly, this cake tastes even better the next day when the flavors meld together, making it an excellent make-ahead dessert or snack. The buttery richness paired with the subtle coffee notes also reminds me of coffee buns from bakeries but with a soft cake texture that's easy to slice and share. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to create a comforting coffee-flavored treat that's both simple to prepare and deeply satisfying. Whether you're baking for family, friends, or just to enjoy a personal coffee moment, these tips will help you get that melt-in-your-mouth softness and balanced coffee flavor every time.
