Kahlua Coffee Dump Cake
Oh, honey, do I have the cake for you! If you’ve ever thought, “I wish my dessert came with a side of caffeine and a splash of sass,” then this Kahlua Coffee Dump Cake is your new BFF.
It’s chocolatey, boozy, and so simple even your least kitchen-savvy friend could nail it. Seriously, if you can stir a drink (and let’s be real, you can), you can make this cake.
The best part? There’s no need to dig out your mixer or measure out a dozen ingredients—this is a straight-up, no-fuss, dump-and-go masterpiece.
The combination of rich chocolate, bold coffee, and velvety Kahlua will have your taste buds throwing a party before you even take the first bite.
And if you want to impress your friends, just garnish it with some whipped cream and a chocolate-covered coffee bean—they’ll think you’re the next Martha Stewart.
So grab that bottle of Kahlua you’ve been “saving” and let’s make some magic happen, one dump at a time!
Kahlua Coffee Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup Kahlua or your favorite coffee liqueur
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee cooled
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish—because no one wants to chisel cake out of a pan.
- Pour the coffee and Kahlua into the dish and stir together. Don’t you just love the smell of coffee?
- Sprinkle the mini chocolate chips evenly over the coffee mixture.
- Spread the cake mix evenly over the chocolate chips—this is going to be gooood.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the cake mix, making sure it’s all covered.
- Sprinkle the sugar over the top for a little extra sweetness.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until the top is set and your kitchen smells like a coffee shop. Serve warm, maybe with an extra splash of Kahlua on the side.
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Finishing Flourishes
Mocha Kahlua Cake:
Replace half of the brewed coffee with hot chocolate for a mocha twist.
Hazelnut Kahlua Cake:
Add 1/2 cup of chopped hazelnuts to the chocolate chips before adding the cake mix.
Cinnamon Coffee Cake:
Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the cake mix for a warm, spiced flavor.
Presentation Suggestions:
Serve in a coffee mug with a drizzle of chocolate syrup over the top.
Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
Top with chocolate-covered coffee beans for a little extra caffeine kick.
Ready to treat yourself to a dessert that’s as bold as your morning coffee?
Grab the recipe, whip it up, and let the compliments roll in!
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