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Guinness Chocolate Cake

A rich and decadent chocolate cake made with Guinness stout, offering a unique depth of flavor and a moist texture that's perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Irish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 cups sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup Guinness beer
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup sour cream or plain yogurt for Halal alternative
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), greasing and flouring two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the Guinness beer, eggs, sour cream, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Don’t overmix!
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting and Assembly
  1. In an electric mixer, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add the powdered sugar and mix until well combined.
  3. Gently fold in the whipped cream until combined.
  4. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top, then gently place the second layer.
  5. Finish frosting the top and sides of the cake.
Serving
  1. Slice and serve this delightful cake chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy this indulgent delight with your loved ones!

Notes

To keep your Guinness Chocolate Cake fresh, wrap it in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This cake also freezes well for up to three months; just ensure it is wrapped tightly. Thaw in the fridge overnight and serve at room temperature.