If there's one thing I'm sure of, it's that you all love Biscoff! I started baking with it because my partner adores the stuff, and it turns out he's most definitely not alone. This two layer Biscoff Cake and its buttercream are infused with the delicious caramelised biscuit spread, I've given it a good drizzle of melted Biscoff, and then some of the Biscoff biscuits on top. It's basically Biscoff heaven! This cake would make an excellent birthday cake for the Biscoff lover in your life!
Ingredient Tips & Equipment Information
- Make sure all your ingredients (particularly the butter and eggs) are at room temperature before you start baking.
- I used a baking spread for the cake and unsalted butter for the buttercream.
- I used the smooth Biscoff spread for this recipe. You could use the crunchy one for the buttercream, just make sure if you are using a piping nozzle that it's fairly wide at the end so bits of biscuit don't get stuck in it.
- I really recommend using light brown soft sugar if you can for the cake, but if you can't get hold of it, caster sugar will work well too.
- Although I provide cup measurements, I highly recommend weighing your ingredients out using digital kitchen scales*. It is the most accurate way to measure ingredients and will ensure the best results. Digital scales are very low cost and can be purchased for around £12 ($16.50) .
- For teaspoon (tsp) and tablespoon (tbsp) measurements, please use measuring spoons* and not the type of spoons you eat with. Again this will ensure accuracy and provide the best results.
For the full recipe with measurements, head to the recipe card at the end of this post.
How to make Biscoff Cake
To make the sponge, mix together the butter, sugar and Biscoff spread. Then whisk in eggs and milk.
Add self raising flour, then divide the mixture between two tins.
Bake the cake for around 40 minutes or until golden brown, then make the buttercream using butter, icing sugar, Biscoff spread and milk.
For the full recipe with measurements, head to the recipe card at the end of this post.
What is Biscoff?
Biscoff spread, made by the brand Lotus, is also known as cookie butter. It has a deep caramel flavour and a hint of cinnamon and other spices. Lotus are best known for their biscuits, which are commonly served with coffee. The biscuits are used to make the spread, and you can buy it in crunchy and smooth varieties. The spread is similar to Nutella or peanut butter in terms of texture, but it has a unique flavour. It’s also naturally vegan!
How long does the Biscoff Cake last for and can you freeze it?
The cake will keep in an airtight container for 3 days in a cool place. You can freeze the sponges either alone, or decorated (but do not freeze the biscuits). Once the sponges are fully cool, wrap them well with cling film or put them in an airtight container with some baking paper between them. You can freeze the buttercream on it's own in a tub, or you can decorate the cake and freeze it fully assembled. To do this and avoid damage to the decoration, freeze it either in an airtight container. Or let it freeze solid on a cake board or plate, then wrap in cling film. Remove the cling film when you take it out to defrost it, if you don't it could damage the decoration as it defrosts and softens. You can also freeze slices of the cake, again well wrapped in cling film or in airtight containers.
Can this cake be made in different size cake tins?
Yes! Please check my Conversion Guide to find out how to adjust the recipe.
Can this cake be made into cupcakes?
Yes! Check my Biscoff Cupcakes recipe for the ingredients.
Can you make the cake with plain/all purpose flour?
Self raising flour, which is very commonly used in the UK where I am based, already contains a raising agent and a little salt too. Therefore if you want to swap it for plain or all purpose flour, you will need to add some additional baking powder and also a little salt if you like. Some people like to add salt to cake recipes and some don't, so I'll leave that up to you as it won't affect the bake. The general advice is to add 2 teaspoons baking powder (a measuring teaspoon, not the kind you stir your coffee with) per every 200g plain or all purpose flour. So for this recipe you'd need to add 3 + ¼ teaspoons baking powder. Please note, I have not tested this recipe using plain or all purpose flour.
Can this cake be made dairy free or gluten free?
Yes, you can make this cake dairy free by replacing the butter and milk with dairy free versions. Unfortunately Biscoff spread is not gluten free, so you cannot make this cake gluten free using Biscoff spread. If you are looking for an egg free biscoff cake recipe, check out my Vegan Biscoff Cake.
More tips for making the Biscoff Cake:
- I used the smooth Biscoff spread for this recipe. You could use the crunchy one for the buttercream, just make sure if you are using a piping nozzle that it's fairly wide at the end so bits of biscuit don't get stuck in it.
- I don't recommend baking this cake in one deep tin, as it may not cook evenly. It is best to bake it in two sandwich tins.
- The biscuits will go soft after several hours in contact with the buttercream so add them later if you're not serving the cake straight away
Troubleshooting
If you have any questions about this recipe, or if something went wrong and you need help, please use the comment form below and I will get back to you. You can also get in touch with me on my Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. I'd love to hear from you!
Recommended equipment & ingredients*
- 8" cake tins
- Mixing bowls
- Kitchen scales
- Cooling rack
- Electric hand mixer
- Round cake tin liners
- Biscoff spread
- Cake tester
- Piping bags
- Wilton 8B Piping nozzle
- Biscoff biscuits
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- Biscoff Ice Cream (No Churn)
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- Biscoff Swiss Roll
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- Biscoff Baked Donuts
- Biscoff Cake Traybake
- Biscoff Millionaire's Shortbread
- Biscoff Cookie Pie
- Biscoff Yule Log
- Biscoff Pancakes
Ingredients
For the cake
- 325 g Butter or baking spread softened, unsalted
- 325 g Light brown soft sugar
- 150 g Biscoff spread smooth
- 6 Eggs large
- 1 tbsp Milk
- 325 g Self raising flour
For the buttercream
- 200 g Butter softened, unsalted
- 400 g Icing sugar
- 250 g Biscoff spread smooth
- 2-3 tbsp Milk
For decoration
- 35 g Biscoff melted
- 8 Lotus biscuits broken in half
- 3 Lotus biscuits crushed
Instructions
- Pre-heat your oven to 160C Fan/180C/350F/Gas Mark 4, and grease and line two 8" cake tins that are at least 2" deep
- Make the sponge by mixing the butter and light brown sugar in a large bowl until fluffy, ideally using an electric mixer
- Add the Biscoff spread and mix in
- Add the eggs and milk, and whisk until fully incorporated
- Gently whisk in the self raising flour, and whisk in until you can't see any flour anymore
- Divide the mixture between the tins, use scales for accuracy
- Bake them for 35-40 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean. Leave them to fully cool either in the tins or remove from the tin and place on cooling racks
- To make the buttercream, use an electric mixer to mix together the butter and icing sugar until they start to combine, then add the Biscoff spread and milk and mix until smooth. You can add more milk if the buttercream is too stiff
- If the cakes have domed on top, level them off with a cake leveller or a serrated knife
- Put one of the sponges on your plate or cake stand and pipe or spread some of the buttercream onto it
- Add the other sponge on top and pipe or spread the remaining buttercream on top
- Decorate with the melted Biscoff spread (microwave for 20 seconds to melt it) and the Biscoff biscuits. The biscuits will go soft after several hours in contact with the buttercream so add them later if you're not serving the cake straight away
- Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in a cool place for 2-3 days
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Notes
- Make sure all your ingredients (particularly the butter and eggs) are at room temperature before you start baking.
- I used a baking spread for the cake and unsalted butter for the buttercream.
- I used the smooth Biscoff spread for this recipe. You could use the crunchy one for the buttercream, just make sure if you are using a piping nozzle that it's fairly wide at the end so bits of biscuit don't get stuck in it.
- I really recommend using light brown soft sugar if you can for the cake, but if you can't get hold of it, caster sugar will work well too.
- Although I provide cup measurements, I highly recommend weighing your ingredients out using digital kitchen scales*. It is the most accurate way to measure ingredients and will ensure the best results. Digital scales are very low cost and can be purchased for around £12 ($16.50) .
- For teaspoon (tsp) and tablespoon (tbsp) measurements, please use measuring spoons* and not the type of spoons you eat with. Again this will ensure accuracy and provide the best results.
Nutrition
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NB. This post is in no way sponsored by Biscoff – I just love their product!
Chloe Edges
Omg. This looks like all my dreams in a cake. I was eating biscoff ice cream while reading your recipe in fact 😂😂 But that I'm obsessed or anything!
thebakingexplorer
Haha I'm not really one to talk when it comes to Biscoff obsession! 😀
Suzy
Absolutely loved this recipe, so easy to follow and the cake was amazing.
Laura
I’m so great full for your website. You make me appear a great baker this cake was delicious . Thank you!
thebakingexplorer
So happy you liked it Laura!
Christine mason
I made the cake at the weekend as I was having family over it looks and tastes amazing very easy to make. Repeat performance this weekend as a gift.
dimple
This looks so good but I only have 7inch tins and I really want to make this what would the quantities be then?
thebakingexplorer
Hi, you would need to multiple each ingredient amount by 0.77 - you can find a full explanation in my Conversion Guide: https://thebakingexplorer.com/ingredients-conversions/
Cat | Curly's Cooking
You are the queen of biscoff! Another amazing looking cake 🙂
thebakingexplorer
Thank you Cat!
Eb Gargano | Easy Peasy Foodie
This looks amazing! I second what Cat says - you are the queen of biscoff 😀 Eb x
thebakingexplorer
Awww thanks Eb!
Michelle Rolfe
Yep need to add this one, my kids will go crazy for it! Thanks for linking up to #CookBlogShare. Michelle
Nic | Nic's Adventures & Bakes
Thanks for sharing, this cake looks very impressive perfect for a party 🙂
Nic | Nic's Adventures & Bakes
Katie
Made this as a birthday cake and everyone loved it! Really nice and not too hard to make!
thebakingexplorer
Thanks so much Katie, I'm so glad everyone enjoyed it!
Jax
My 14 year old made this for her Birthday and found your recipe easy to follow. (It does say add 'caster' sugar in the method - obv means the light brown sugar) It's her first big cake as only done cupcakes and fairy before. We taste tested the levelling cut and it's delicious!
thebakingexplorer
Thanks for pointing that out to me Jax, I've fixed that now 😀 So glad your daughter enjoyed making this!
Milly
Brilliant results from this recipe my daughter made at school for her sweet part of her gcse cooking
Michelle Clark
OMG this is just heaven! Currently making now for my sons 20th and the smell! Even the batter I could have sat there with a spoon and eaten it! My hips will thank me later I resisted. 🥰🥰
thebakingexplorer
I'm so happy to hear this Michelle, I hope you all enjoy it and happy birthday to your son!!
Asma Hashmi
Hi, i just made this cake and followed every step carefully but my cake sank. Can you tell what went wrong?
thebakingexplorer
Hi Asma, there are a few reasons cakes sink: the oven door was opened before the cake was ready, the batter didn't go in the oven as soon as it was mixed, too much raising agent was added, the oven temperature was incorrect, over beating the batter. There are a lot more reasons it can happen but those are the main ones. Does that help to give you any indication of what might have happened?
Sheila S.
Can the self-raising flour be substituted with all purpose flour?
Thank you.
thebakingexplorer
Hi Sheila, if you substitute it with all purpose, you will also need to add 3 teaspoons baking powder (a measuring teaspoon, not the kind you stir your coffee with). This is because self raising flour already contains a raising agent mixed into it, but all purpose (or plain as we call it in the UK) does not. I hope you enjoy the cake!
Ruth Coker
So that would be 325g of all purpose flour plus 3tsp of baking powder? Is this correct please?
thebakingexplorer
Hi Ruth, yes that is correct, I hope you enjoy the cake! 🙂
Tony Rich
Just baked my first ever cake (aged 50) for my daughter's 23rd birthday. Thanks for the inspiration and crystal clear instructions...it turned out exactly like your photo....you made it easy for a beginner! Feeling accomplished.
thebakingexplorer
Hi Tony, I'm so honoured that this was your first ever cake! And I'm thrilled to here you found everything clear and easy to follow. I hope you will continue to bake more cakes 😀
Meesh
Hiya,
If I wanted to cover the whole cake in Buttercream & make it more of a 'showpiece' haha, how much buttercream would I need to make please? How much of each ingredient?
Thanks,
Meesh
thebakingexplorer
Hi Meesh, I've not done this yet with this cake so I don't know. You could check out one of my drip cakes and do similar amounts from them, that would be where I'd start. I hope you enjoy the cake!
Mila Gocheva
Can I use Vegetable oil instead of the butter ?
thebakingexplorer
Hi, no sorry you can't, you can use margarine or a baking spread though.
Simon
Another amazing recipe really easy to follow. Honestly, you make the best range of biscoff bakes I've seen! I need to find the time to bake them all!!
Talah Fahim
if i want to make half the ingredients what should i do
thebakingexplorer
Hi Talah, to make one layer of the cake simply divide all of the ingredient amounts in half, then follow the instructions and bake in one 8" tin.
Nurunnajiha
Can i reduce the brown sugar to make it less sweet? I have try this recipe and it came out so perfectly.. but it too sweet for me..by the way, thank you for your superb recipe..
thebakingexplorer
Hi, I've never reduced the sugar so I can't say how it would affect the cake, but you could try it 🙂
Craig
Absolutely stunning tasting cake! Recipe is so easy to follow!Thanks Kat once again!
thebakingexplorer
Thanks so much Craig! Your cake looked absolutely stunning over on instagram!
Ruth
Hello! I’m looking to use this cake batter and icing recipe in a tray bake style and then cut the cake in the letter E shape. What would you recommend for the baking time for this batter in a rectangle baking tray? Thanks!
thebakingexplorer
Hi Ruth, this will be too much batter for a traybake tin, I am working on a biscoff traybake recipe but it won't be ready for a while yet. I usually only use a 4 egg mix for a 12x9 traybake tin and I bake for around 25-30 minutes.
Lea
This looks amazing I have one question can I make the same ingredients of yours and bake it in 10 inches cake tin twice?! Thank you
thebakingexplorer
Thank you! If you'd like to make it in different sized cake tins, check my conversion guide which you can find here: https://thebakingexplorer.com/ingredients-conversions/ Let me know if you have any questions!
Emma
This was the most delicious cake I have ever made! Rose beautifully and tastes divine! Loved the tweak of adding crunchy Biscoff in the buttercream, gave a lovely crunch! A must try...you won’t be disappointed
thebakingexplorer
Thank you so much for this lovely feedback Emma!! Crunchy Biscoff in the buttercream sounds YUM 😀
Renuka Muthaiah
HI, do you the measurements for a smaller cake?
thebakingexplorer
Hi, if you want to convert it to a smaller tin, check my conversion guide here: https://thebakingexplorer.com/ingredients-conversions/
Maha
Hi I’m looking forward to giving this a try this weekend. How sweet is this cake seeing as the cookie butter+sugar goes into the batter? My family and I love biscoff cookies but prefer cakes to not be so sweet (the cookie butter tends to be very sweet). What would you recommend decreasing the brown sugar or cookie butter to for the batter for less sweetness?
thebakingexplorer
Hi Maha, it is difficult for me to say how sweet it is because everyone's tastes are different. The buttercream is definitely sweeter than the cake, so maybe try it without the buttercream if you want less sweetness. I've never tried using less sugar in the cake, but you could certainly try this. I wouldn't recommended using less Biscoff as you will get less Biscoff flavour then. Let me know how it goes!
Bernadette
Delicious cake I've made it a few times and the cupcakes aswell. I'm looking to make this cake for dad's birthday and wandering how much butter cream I would near to cover a 8 inch 2 layer cake Im putting fondant on cake so only need it to fill and crumb coat the cake. Many thanks Bernadette
thebakingexplorer
So happy you like the cake Bernadette! I've never decorated it in this way so I'm not sure sorry.
anna
Hi, do you have any idea how to make butter cake a lil bit moist because I prefer moist buttercake instead of dry. thanks in advance!
thebakingexplorer
Hi Anna, I think this is a lovely moist cake, have you tried it yet? Usually if it's dry it means it has been overbaked.
Crystal
What are you putting in in the end?
thebakingexplorer
Hi Crystal, please can you expand on this as I'm not sure what you mean?
Karin
Hi there, my daughter asked me if I can add crumbled biscoff cookies into the cake batter… is that ok to do, or will they sink to the bottom. However, if it is possible, how much would you recommend to add please?
Many, many thanks 😊
thebakingexplorer
Hi Karin, I've never tried this so I can't say for certain what the results would be. I have added chopped up Oreos to cake batter before (https://thebakingexplorer.com/cookies-and-cream-oreo-drip-cake/) and that worked out great! I added 5 oreos in one layer of cake. Please let me know if you try it with the Biscoff biscuits and what happens!
Karin
Ok, thank you for your quick response. If I give it a go in the end I’ll defo let you know 😃
Lewis
Made this a few months ago for girlfriends birthday, im no baker but it was incredible, whole family has been begging me to make another one so here i am back on the recipe for a 2nd go.
thebakingexplorer
So happy to have you back to bake this again Lewis!
Harleyssweettreats
Brilliant and easy cake mix, beautiful texture and taste, thank you! Will definitely make again, I'm going to try the cupcakes too.
thebakingexplorer
I'm so happy you liked it! Let me know how you get on with the cupcakes 😀
Julie Namow
Made this cake for my nieces birthday, everyone said it was delicious,so light and fluffy in texture.will be making it again soon.
thebakingexplorer
Thank you so much for the lovely feedback Julie!
Helen
I'm planning on baking this soon - does the batter come out quite watery, or is it more viscous? I have the type of cake tins with removable bases, so very watery batters have leaked through before. Wondering if I need to invest in some fixed-base tins?
thebakingexplorer
Hi Helen, it is fairly viscous, but you could always put them on baking trays if you're worried about leaking.