"Kahlua and espresso add rich flavor to this glazed mocha bundt cake...."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Cake:
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2 tablespoons instant coffee powder, preferably instant espresso
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/4 cup warm water
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1/4 cup canola oil
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3 large eggs, separated
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3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, divided
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1 1/3 cups cake flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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7 large egg whites, at room temperature (see Tip)
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1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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For the Glaze:
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1 teaspoon instant coffee powder
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1 tablespoon hot water
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1 1/2 tablespoons Kahlúa or other coffee liqueur or water
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1 cup confectioners’ sugar
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1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
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Tip: To bring an egg to room temperature: Either set it out on the counter for 15 minutes or submerge it (in the shell) in a bowl of lukewarm (not hot) water for 5 minutes.