Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake – Rich, Moist & Irresistibly Boozy

Introduction

Indulgent, chocolatey, and perfectly boozy, this Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake is a showstopper dessert. Moist chocolate layers infused with coffee and Baileys Irish Cream are topped with a silky Baileys buttercream frosting for a dessert that’s both decadent and elegant. Perfect for celebrations, dinner parties, or an indulgent treat any time!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour

  • ¾ cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1½ tsp baking powder

  • 1½ tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1¾ cups (350g) sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil

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

  • ½ cup (120ml) strong brewed coffee, cooled

  • ¼ cup (60ml) Baileys Irish Cream

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Baileys Buttercream:

  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, room temperature

  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar

  • 3 tbsp cocoa powder

  • 3–4 tbsp Baileys Irish Cream

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

How to Make

1. Bake the Cake: