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Delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake with Irish Buttercream frosting

Guinness Chocolate Cake with Irish Buttercream

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Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this Guinness Chocolate Cake with Irish Buttercream, featuring a moist chocolatey texture complemented by creamy icing infused with Irish cream liqueur.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Celebration, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Irish
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 1 cup Guinness beer Adds moisture and a deep, malty flavor to the cake.
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure to the cake.
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Imparts rich chocolate flavor.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cake.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Enhances the rise and helps with browning.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Provide richness and stability.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Contributes moisture and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Adds tanginess and moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.
For the Irish buttercream
  • 1 cup heavy cream Creates a rich texture in the buttercream.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Sweetens and thickens the buttercream.
  • 1 cup Irish cream liqueur Infuses the buttercream with flavor.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Provides a smooth base for frosting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease and flour a cake pan of your choice.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Guinness beer and melted butter until well combined.
  3. Stir in the granulated sugar, eggs, and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and cohesive.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until fully blended.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes. To ensure doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
  3. Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. For the Irish buttercream, beat the softened butter in a bowl until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until the frosting is fluffy.
  3. Pour in the Irish cream and heavy cream, then mix until the buttercream is smooth and spreadable.
  4. Once the cake is completely cooled, generously frost the top and sides with the Irish buttercream.
  5. Slice and serve this delightful cake.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 270mgFiber: 3gSugar: 40g

Notes

Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature. Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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