Mocha Almond Flan Cake Delight
Indulge in the decadent layers of our Mocha Almond Flan Cake Delight — a mesmerizing blend of rich chocolate cake and creamy cheesecake infused with luscious mocha and almond aromas. This show-stopping dessert is perfect for special occasions or an impressive weekday treat. What makes it truly magical is how it bakes into two distinct layers in a single pan, with a moist devil's food cake base beneath a velvety flan topping. Drizzled with melted dark chocolate and adorned with toasted almonds, this cake will captivate your taste buds and charm your guests!
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
instant coffee granules
1 3/4 teaspoons (divided)
boiling water
1 teaspoon
caramel ice cream topping
3/4 cup
cola beverage
1 1/4 cups (divided)
devil's food cake mix
1 (18 1/4 ounce) package
canola oil
1/2 cup (plus)
canola oil
1/2 teaspoon (divided)
eggs
7 (at room temperature, divided)
cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package (at room temperature, cubed)
sweetened condensed milk
1 (14 ounce) can
heavy cream
1/3 cup
skim milk
1/3 cup
almond extract
1 teaspoon
heavy duty non-stick Reynolds Wrap Foil
1 sheet
sliced almonds
1/4 cup (toasted)
dark chocolate chips
2 tablespoons
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Mocha Almond Flan Cake Delight?
It is a decadent layered dessert that combines a rich devil's food chocolate cake with a creamy mocha and almond-infused flan, often referred to as a 'magic cake' because the layers separate during baking.
Why is it called a magic cake?
It is called a magic cake because you pour the cake batter and flan mixture into the pan together, but they swap places and bake into two distinct, perfect layers.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 16 specific ingredients used to make this Mocha Almond Flan Cake Delight.
What flavor of cake mix is used?
The recipe calls for one 18 1/4 ounce package of devil's food cake mix.
How is the mocha flavor achieved?
The mocha flavor is created by combining instant coffee granules with boiling water and chocolate elements within the cake and flan.
What kind of topping is used at the base of the pan?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of caramel ice cream topping at the bottom of the pan.
How many eggs are needed for this recipe?
A total of 7 eggs are required, and they should be at room temperature for the best results.
What makes the flan layer creamy?
The flan's creamy texture comes from a combination of cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and skim milk.
Is there a specific liquid used in the cake batter?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 1/4 cups of a cola beverage in the cake batter.
What type of nuts are used for garnish?
The cake is garnished with 1/4 cup of toasted sliced almonds.
Is almond extract used in the flan?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of almond extract is added to give the flan its signature almond aroma.
What kind of chocolate is used for the drizzle?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of dark chocolate chips, typically melted and drizzled over the finished cake.
Does the recipe require specific foil?
The recipe mentions using heavy-duty non-stick Reynolds Wrap Foil to cover the cake during the baking process.
What type of oil is used in the batter?
Canola oil is used in the recipe, totaling approximately 1/2 cup plus an additional 1/2 teaspoon.
Should the cream cheese be cold?
No, the cream cheese should be at room temperature and cubed to ensure it blends smoothly into the flan mixture.
Is this a good dessert for parties?
Absolutely, it is described as a show-stopping dessert perfect for special occasions or celebration cakes.
Can I use regular milk instead of skim milk?
While the recipe specifies skim milk, you can generally substitute it with whole milk, though it may slightly alter the fat content.
How do you prepare the instant coffee?
The 1 3/4 teaspoons of instant coffee granules are divided and dissolved using 1 teaspoon of boiling water.
What category does this recipe fall under?
It is categorized as a dessert, specifically a layered cake and flan.
Does the cake contain coffee?
Yes, it contains instant coffee granules to provide the mocha flavor profile.
What is the primary chocolate element in the cake?
The primary chocolate element is the devil's food cake mix, supplemented by dark chocolate chips on top.
Why use cola in a cake?
Cola helps to tenderize the cake crumb and provides moisture and a subtle depth of flavor to the chocolate.
How is the almond flavor incorporated?
It is incorporated through almond extract in the flan and toasted sliced almonds as a topping.
Is this recipe high in sugar?
Given the use of cake mix, caramel topping, and sweetened condensed milk, this is a rich, sweet dessert intended for indulgence.
Can I use a different type of cake mix?
While devil's food is recommended for the mocha profile, you could technically use other chocolate mixes, though the flavor balance may change.
Is the flan layer like a cheesecake?
Yes, because it contains cream cheese, it has a texture that is a cross between a traditional custard flan and a creamy cheesecake.
How should I serve Mocha Almond Flan Cake?
It is best served chilled so the flan layer is firm and the flavors have had time to meld.
Does this cake have a sauce?
The caramel topping used at the bottom of the pan creates a natural sauce that coats the flan when the cake is inverted.
What is the texture of the finished cake?
The texture is a combination of moist, airy chocolate cake and silky, velvety flan.
Can I make this in a standard cake pan?
This type of flan cake is typically made in a Bundt pan or a deep tube pan to allow the layers to swap effectively.