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Chocolate Guinness Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Irish

Description

This rich and moist Chocolate Guinness Cake combines the deep flavors of stout beer with cocoa and a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations or a decadent treat, this cake features a perfectly balanced texture and an indulgent chocolate taste enhanced by the unique bitterness of Guinness stout.

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 cup Guinness stout
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or two 8-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking.
  2. Heat Guinness and Butter: In a saucepan, gently heat the Guinness stout and cubed unsalted butter over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the butter has fully melted. Remove from heat.
  3. Add Cocoa Powder: Whisk the unsweetened cocoa powder into the heated Guinness-butter mixture until completely smooth. Let this mixture cool slightly before using.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution and a light texture.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Add Guinness Mixture and Buttermilk: Slowly pour the cooled Guinness-chocolate mixture into the batter, stirring until smooth. Then, incorporate the buttermilk fully into the batter.
  8. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan(s). Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  9. Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to rest in the pan for about 10 minutes to set, then transfer it to a wire rack and let it cool completely to room temperature.
  10. Prepare Frosting: Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
  11. Frost the Cake: Once the cake has cooled fully, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cake surface. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Allow the Guinness and butter mixture to cool before adding to the batter to prevent cooking the eggs prematurely.
  • You can use two 8-inch pans for a layered cake or one 9-inch pan for a single cake.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened for a smooth frosting consistency.
  • This cake pairs excellently with a cup of coffee or a glass of stout.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/chocolate-guinness-cake-recipe-2/