Chocolate Kahlua Coffee Pound Cake-This triple threat cake will be the perfect ending to any dinner party.
I’m not a big drinker. I learned early on that I didn’t like the taste of most alcohols unless they were heavily mixed with something else so I couldn’t even taste the booze. Made me a pretty cheap date back in the day. Then I discovered Kahlua. I’m not even sure how it happened.
Maybe because the drink was Kahlua and Cream. Just cream mixed with Kahlua over ice. I’m a milk drinker from way back. My grandparents owned a dairy farm growing up. Nothing better in this world than fresh milk. You can’t even get it these days. Farmers are afraid to sell it to you. So sad, my kids will never understand fighting for the cream at the top of the bottle.
This will sound strange but a glass of milk was always my hangover fix. What’s that old saying “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger?” Yeah, the milk would either completely settle my stomach or…well the reverse would happen. Either way, it was over.
It was only natural for me to love this drink, and guess what, never had a hangover from it!
So through the years, Kahlua has been my go to booze.
Let me tell you, adding it to your baked goods, Ahhhhhmazing! The Kahlua and coffee enhance the chocolate beyond belief in this cake.
recipe source ChocolateChocolateandmore.comChocolate Kahlua Coffee Pound Cake
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Now this cake is fabulous all by it self but as the ending to the perfect dinner with a cup of coffee and good friends or family, priceless.
To make that dinner easier for you, a few of my friends have put together a virtual Progressive dinner for you, from drinks to desserts, we’ve got you covered.
In addition to all these great dinner ideas, we’ve also got a giveaway for you, to help you buy ingredients, or booze, or a cute outfit for your dinner party!
Lindsay @ Life, Love and Sugar says
November 8, 2013 at 8:12 amI’ve never been a big drinker either, but I agree that Kahlua is awesome. And mixed with chocolate in baking – to die for! I’m sure this cake is amazing, it looks delicious!
Mallory @ Because I Like Chocolate says
November 8, 2013 at 8:45 amI am not overly fond of alcohol either although I have developed a love for sangria! Goes to show that I really have a sweet tooth. So this cake would be perfect for me!
Kelli @ The Corner Kitchen says
November 8, 2013 at 9:44 amAbsolutely loving this cake! You can never go wrong with chocolate, coffee & Kahlua! Pinned!
Joan Hayes says
November 8, 2013 at 7:43 pmThanks Kelli, it was good!
Kelly says
November 8, 2013 at 10:01 amChocolate, Coffee and Kahlua? Ummm, yes please!! xo
Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says
November 8, 2013 at 12:06 pmOh, yes, this got my attention! MUST PIN, MUST MAKE!
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent says
November 8, 2013 at 12:14 pmI bet this tastes great: ) Love kahlua flavor. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
November 8, 2013 at 2:28 pmMy mom’s favorite chocolate cake is a Kahlua budnt. This is gorgeous Joan, and I love the recipe!
Joan Hayes says
November 8, 2013 at 7:40 pmIt’s now my favorite cake too!
Lyuba@willcookforsmiles says
November 8, 2013 at 4:53 pmOh yes, tell me again how it has Kahlua and chocolate!! Yummy!
Danielle @ TheBestDessertRecipes.com says
November 8, 2013 at 5:25 pmOooh yum! My family would love this. Thanks for sharing!
kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says
November 8, 2013 at 6:06 pmI’d love a bowl of glaze and a spoon! The whole cakes looks fantastic!
Joan Hayes says
November 8, 2013 at 7:39 pmUmmm, I might have done that with the leftover glaze? It really is that good!
Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says
November 8, 2013 at 8:36 pmYou had me at Kahlua….and coffee…and chocolate! Such a fantastic cake, Joan!!
Charlene says
November 9, 2013 at 10:48 pmLooks yummy!!! Gonna try this with the Peppermint Mocha Kahlua that’s out now for Christmas just bought a bottle last night!!! Thank You for an amazing recipe 🙂
Joan Hayes says
November 9, 2013 at 10:48 pmI need to get a bottle of that! Sounds yummy!
Shannon at MadiganMade says
November 10, 2013 at 7:34 pmYum… this looks amazing! I love Kahula and can’t wait to try this!
Elizabeth B says
November 10, 2013 at 8:55 pmSimple yet amazing! Just for general information, there is non-alcoholic Kahlua. I always find it by syrups for coffee and use it all the time in my cooking. Great for nondrinkers and kids. I’ve tried this recipe as is and with my own peanut butter glaze and my fam ate all of it by the end of the day!
Joan Hayes says
November 10, 2013 at 9:18 pmI’ll have to look for that version and your peanut butter glaze sounds like a fabulous complement to this cake!
Karen says
November 11, 2013 at 6:47 amHi-what size pudding mix? There is a large and small size. Thank you!
Joan Hayes says
November 11, 2013 at 7:50 amIt’s the small four serving size, I’ll note it in the recipe. Thanks for visiting!
Melena says
November 14, 2013 at 10:02 pmI was confused too. Bought the big one and dumped all but maybe 1/4 in there.
Heather @ French Press says
November 12, 2013 at 11:51 amLOVE this Joan – and so happy I have a pantry full of Kahlua
chacha says
November 13, 2013 at 9:33 pmIll be making this for a CRAFT SHOW DAY B4 TKGS. BUTTTTTTTTTTT after I slice it and try a slice OMG cant wait to do that. I do make my own Kahlua so much better than store bought and instead of oil Ill be using COCONUT OIL and it should be awesome with this recipe and Ill be making it on the 24th and will let you know how it turns out. I may make them in mini bundt cakes and that way Ill have one to MYSELF OR MAYBE 2 ???????? HHMMMMMMM THAT SOUNDS BETTER. TKS
Jennifer says
November 14, 2013 at 7:24 pmThis looks yummy! Have you ever tried the glaze with Bailey’s Irish Cream? Do you think this could work? I think I will try it!
Joan Hayes says
November 14, 2013 at 9:26 pmI’m sure the Baileys would be delish!
Krista says
November 20, 2013 at 10:08 amThis sounds delicious! Some friends of mine and I are going to have a Christmas goodie make it day soon and I think I’ll take this for us to snack on while we bake.. 🙂
Marty says
December 18, 2013 at 6:07 pmPlan to make this for Christmas Eve. Can I make the day before and wrap in plastic wrap to retain moistness before I frost the next day ?
Joan Hayes says
December 19, 2013 at 7:56 pmYes you can, just make sure your cake is completely cooled before wrapping!
Cathy says
December 24, 2013 at 10:20 amJust baked this today, for Christmas Dinner tomorrow. Can’t wait to try it.
cindy w says
December 27, 2013 at 10:59 pmNot much of a drinker myself, but love Kahlua and cream! Thanks for this recipe…..must try!!
Jennifer says
January 5, 2014 at 2:03 pmCould this be made in a loaf pan instead of a bundt pan? I can’t seem to find my bundt pan and I don’t really want to go to the store to get a new one lol
Joan Hayes says
January 5, 2014 at 11:17 pmIt sure can but it will make 2 loaves.
Tracy says
March 14, 2014 at 11:23 pmI’vemade this for years but iI also add vodka. Always a big hit at a get together
Diana Teague says
March 20, 2014 at 12:01 pmJust took this out of the oven. Smells and looks so yummy!! Can’t wait to try it.
Kim says
April 3, 2014 at 7:38 amHi Joan. Here is South Africa we don’t get a devil’s food cake mix in a box. I presume it is ok to use any chocolate cake mix? Thanks. PS – this cake has me salivating at my desk and I can’t wait to try it!
Joan Hayes says
April 3, 2014 at 1:28 pmOf course! Any chocolate cake mix will work! Happy baking!
Marian says
July 31, 2014 at 1:36 pmWhat size instant chocolate pudding do you use, 3 ounce or 6 ounce
Joan Hayes says
August 2, 2014 at 11:44 pmIt’s the 4 serving size, 3.4 ounces.
Marian says
August 3, 2014 at 7:18 pmMy glaze was so runnie, have no idea what I did wrong? Even added extra powdered sugar and it did not help.
Donna+Hall says
November 18, 2014 at 10:37 amCan this be frozen before glazing?
Joan Hayes says
November 20, 2014 at 12:16 pmYes it can. It freezes well.
Lisa F. says
November 29, 2014 at 1:22 pmOh how I love me some Kahlua! This cake is a definitely on my to-do list for Christmas. And by the way Kahlua over vanilla ice-cream ……….to die for! Thanks for sharing.
Dwight Kincaid says
January 1, 2015 at 12:48 pmI made this cake for Christmas, and it was delicious. It was moist and chocolatey. My only critique is, no one could taste the Kahlua. I even used holiday Kahlua, which is Pepermint Mocha Kahlua, and it still was not evident as a flavor. I will be making this again and there will be more Kahlua put in this time, I will probably cut the coffee back a quarter cup and replace it with the Kahlua. All that said, it was still the hit of the 2 parties I took it to!
Rachel says
March 18, 2015 at 1:22 pmis it best to have the coffee cold or room temp?
Joan Hayes says
March 27, 2015 at 9:12 amRoom temperature is always best when baking for all your ingredients.