Brew Crew, we’ve got a recipe that’s about to caffeinate your baking game! Say hello to the ultimate coffee cake - a dessert that’s as bold as our Intensity 14 pods. (Yes, we’re talking “skip the afternoon nap” bold!) Whether you’re a baking pro or just here for the frosting, this recipe will make your kitchen smell like heaven and your taste buds dance with joy.
Oh, and did we mention? The secret weapon here is our Intensity 14 pod, delivering all the rich, robust coffee goodness straight into your sponge and icing. Get ready for a cake that wakes up your soul (and probably your neighbours).
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 170g butter or margarine, plus extra for the tins
- 170g caster sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 170g self-raising flour
- 1 Urban Brew Intensity 14 pod, brewed and cooled (or 2 if you’re feeling bold)
For the Icing:
- 225g icing sugar
- 100g butter or margarine
- 1 x Urban Brew Intensity 14 pod (or 2 for extra flavour), dissolved in 1 tbsp hot water
- Strawberry jam (optional)
- Walnuts or cherries to decorate (optional)
Method:
- Prep the Scene: Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan, and butter two 18cm sandwich tins.
- Whisk Away: Whisk butter and sugar until pale and fluffy. Gradually add whisked eggs with a little flour, then fold in the rest of the flour.
- Add the Coffee Love: Stir in dissolved coffee, divide batter between tins, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack.
- Create Icing Magic: Beat icing sugar and butter until creamy, then mix in Intensity 14 coffee. Set aside until ready to assemble.
- Sandwich & Style: Spread icing on one sponge and jam on the other (if using). Sandwich together, slather icing on top, and decorate with walnuts or cherries.