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.
Chocolate Kahlua Coffee Pound Cake
Ingredients
- 1 box devil's food cake mix (16.5 ounces)
- 1 box instant chocolate pudding mix
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup oil
- 1/2 cup Kahlua
- 3/4 cup strongly brewed coffee
for glaze
- 1/2 cup Kahlua
- 2 cups sifted powdered sugar
Instructions
- Combine cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, oil, Kahlua and coffee until smooth. Beat an additional 2 minutes. Pour batter into a well greased bundt pan. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 50-55 minutes. Test for doneness using a toothpick, when inserted in center of cake it comes out clean.
- Let cake cool in pan for 15 minutes be for inverting onto rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk together the kahlua and powdered sugar until smooth, drizzle as much or as little as you like over cake.
Notes
recipe source ChocolateChocolateandmore.com
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.
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Lindsay @ Life, Love and Sugar says
I’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
I 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
Absolutely loving this cake! You can never go wrong with chocolate, coffee & Kahlua! Pinned!
Joan Hayes says
Thanks Kelli, it was good!
Kelly says
Chocolate, Coffee and Kahlua? Ummm, yes please!! xo
Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says
Oh, yes, this got my attention! MUST PIN, MUST MAKE!
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent says
I bet this tastes great: ) Love kahlua flavor. Thanks for sharing 🙂
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
My mom’s favorite chocolate cake is a Kahlua budnt. This is gorgeous Joan, and I love the recipe!
Joan Hayes says
It’s now my favorite cake too!
Lyuba@willcookforsmiles says
Oh yes, tell me again how it has Kahlua and chocolate!! Yummy!
Danielle @ TheBestDessertRecipes.com says
Oooh yum! My family would love this. Thanks for sharing!
kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says
I’d love a bowl of glaze and a spoon! The whole cakes looks fantastic!
Joan Hayes says
Ummm, I might have done that with the leftover glaze? It really is that good!
Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says
You had me at Kahlua….and coffee…and chocolate! Such a fantastic cake, Joan!!
Charlene says
Looks 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
I need to get a bottle of that! Sounds yummy!
Shannon at MadiganMade says
Yum… this looks amazing! I love Kahula and can’t wait to try this!
Elizabeth B says
Simple 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
I’ll have to look for that version and your peanut butter glaze sounds like a fabulous complement to this cake!
Karen says
Hi-what size pudding mix? There is a large and small size. Thank you!
Joan Hayes says
It’s the small four serving size, I’ll note it in the recipe. Thanks for visiting!
Melena says
I was confused too. Bought the big one and dumped all but maybe 1/4 in there.
Heather @ French Press says
LOVE this Joan – and so happy I have a pantry full of Kahlua
chacha says
Ill 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
This 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
I’m sure the Baileys would be delish!
Krista says
This 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
Plan 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
Yes you can, just make sure your cake is completely cooled before wrapping!