Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake 

This indulgent dessert combines the rich flavors of coffee with the sweetness of caramel, resulting in a moist, gooey cake that's perfect for coffee enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike. The cake's tender crumb, soaked with warm caramel sauce and topped with a coffee drizzle, offers a delightful treat for any occasion.

 Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 large egg

• ½ cup brewed coffee, cooled

• ½ cup buttermilk

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Caramel Sauce:

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• ¼ cup heavy cream

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

For the Coffee Drizzle:

• 2 tablespoons brewed coffee

• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

 Directions

1. Preheat the Oven & Prepare the Pan:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Make the Cake Batter:
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
   In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened butter and egg until light and fluffy.
   Add the brewed coffee, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.

3. Bake the Cake:
   Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan.
   Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Prepare the Caramel Sauce:
   In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream.
   Stir constantly over medium heat until the mixture comes to a simmer.
   Let it simmer for about 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
   Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract and salt, and set aside.

5. Make the Coffee Drizzle:
   In a small bowl, combine the brewed coffee with powdered sugar.
   Stir until smooth.

6. Assemble the Cake:
   Once the cake has cooled, poke holes all over the surface using a fork or skewer.
   Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
   Drizzle the coffee mixture over the top for an extra coffee kick.

7. Serve & Enjoy:
   Serve the cake warm or at room temperature. For an extra indulgent touch, top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

 Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal

• Protein: 3 g

• Fat: 20 g

• Carbohydrates: 40 g

• Fiber: 0 g

• Sugar: 30 g

• Sodium: 200 mg