Espresso Martini Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups (312g) all-purpose flour, sifted
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) brewed espresso, cooled
• ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
• ⅓ cup (80ml) vodka
• ⅓ cup (80ml) coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
• ¼ cup (60ml) brewed espresso, cooled
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups (480g) powdered sugar, sifted
• 2 tablespoons brewed espresso, cooled
• 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur
• A pinch of salt
• Whole coffee beans
• Chocolate shavings or curls
• A light dusting of cocoa powder