Chocolate Coffee Cake with Lotus Cream Topping

Chocolate Coffee Cake with Lotus Cream Topping

Prep Time: 25 mins | Bake Time: 30-35 mins | Serves: 10-12

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Coffee Cake:

• 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour

• ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 ½ tsp baking powder

• 1 ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)

• ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup (240ml) strong brewed coffee (hot)

For the Lotus Cream Topping:

• 1 cup (250g) Lotus Biscoff cookie butter (or speculoos spread)

• 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold

• 2 tbsp powdered sugar

• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)

For the Chocolate Glaze (Optional):

• ½ cup (90g) dark chocolate, chopped

• ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream

• 1 tbsp Lotus Biscoff spread (for extra flavor)

Garnish:

• Crushed Lotus Biscoff cookies

• Cocoa powder or espresso powder

Instructions:

1️⃣ Bake the Cake:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.

3. In another bowl, beat sugar, eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.

4. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.

5. Stir in hot coffee until the batter is thin but smooth (it will thicken as it bakes).

6. Pour into the pan and bake for 30-35 mins, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

2️⃣ Whip the Lotus Cream:

1. Beat cold heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.

2. Gently fold in Lotus Biscoff spread and cinnamon until smooth and fluffy.

3️⃣ Assemble:

1. Spread the Lotus cream over the cooled cake.

2. Chill for 20 mins to set.

4️⃣ Add Chocolate Glaze (Optional):

1. Heat cream until steaming, then pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit for 2 mins, then stir until smooth.

2. Mix in 1 tbsp Lotus spread for extra flavor.

3. Drizzle over the cake and top with crushed cookies.

🌟 Tips & Variations:

• Coffee boost: Add 1 tsp espresso powder to the cake batter for extra depth.

• Lighter version: Use whipped Greek yogurt + Biscoff for a tangy twist.

• Layer cake: Double the recipe and stack with cream between layers.

• Vegan option: Swap eggs for flax eggs, use coconut cream, and vegan chocolate.

This cake is rich, aromatic, and irresistibly creamy—ideal for birthdays, holidays, or a fancy weekend treat. Serve with a cup of coffee for the ultimate experience!