Guinness Chocolate Cake with Irish Buttercream

why make this recipe

This cake mixes deep chocolate with a smooth, boozy buttercream. It is moist and rich. You can make it for St. Patrick’s Day, birthdays, or any time you want a special dessert.

introduction

The Guinness gives a deep, malty flavor to the chocolate. The Irish buttercream adds a soft, boozy finish. If you enjoy rich dishes and want a complete meal idea, try our Chicken Parmesan with Alfredo Sauce recipe as a savory main to go with dessert.

how to make Guinness Chocolate Cake with Irish Buttercream

Preheat the oven and grease a pan. Heat the Guinness and cocoa until smooth. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl. Beat butter, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla in another. Add the warm Guinness mix to the wet mix slowly. Stir in the dry ingredients until smooth. Pour into the pan and bake. Cool the cake. Make the buttercream by beating butter, then add powdered sugar and Irish cream. Spread the frosting on the cooled cake and serve.

Ingredients :

• 1 cup Guinness beer
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
• 1/4 cup Irish cream liqueur

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch pan.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the Guinness and cocoa powder over medium heat until smooth.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
4. In another bowl, beat together the softened butter, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract.
5. Slowly add the Guinness mixture into the egg mixture, then combine with the dry ingredients until well blended.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. For the Irish Buttercream, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy.
8. Gradually add powdered sugar and Irish cream liqueur, mixing until you achieve a soft consistency.
9. Once the cake has cooled, frost with Irish buttercream and serve.

how to serve Guinness Chocolate Cake with Irish Buttercream

Cut the cake into squares. Serve at room temperature. Add a dollop of whipped cream or a few chocolate shavings on top if you like. A cup of coffee or a small glass of Irish cream pairs well.

how to store Guinness Chocolate Cake with Irish Buttercream

Cover the cake and keep it in the fridge for up to 4 days. Let slices sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving. For longer storage, freeze unfrosted cake layers in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before frosting.

tips to make Guinness Chocolate Cake with Irish Buttercream

• Use room-temperature eggs and butter for a smooth batter.
• Heat the Guinness and cocoa just until smooth; do not boil.
• Do not overmix after adding flour; stir until just combined.
• If frosting is too thick, add a teaspoon of Irish cream or milk to reach the right spreadable texture.
• Taste the buttercream as you add liqueur so it does not get too boozy.

variation (if any)

• Make it non-alcoholic: replace Guinness with strong black tea and omit the Irish cream.
• Add a pinch of espresso powder for a deeper chocolate flavor.
• Fold in chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips to the batter for texture.

FAQs

Q: Can I use a different beer?
A: Yes. A dark stout like Guinness works best for flavor, but any dark beer will work.

Q: Can I skip the Irish cream?
A: Yes. Replace it with milk or cream in the frosting or leave it out for no alcohol.

Q: How do I know when the cake is done?
A: Insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, it is done.

Q: Can I make this in two round pans instead?
A: Yes. Reduce bake time to about 20-25 minutes and check with a toothpick.

Q: Is this cake very sweet?
A: It is rich but balanced. You can reduce the frosting amount if you prefer less sweet.

Guinness Chocolate Cake with Irish Buttercream

• Author: bennacer-blogbrandinggmail-com
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Irish
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A rich chocolate cake infused with Guinness, topped with a smooth Irish buttercream for a delightful dessert.

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup Guinness beer
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
• 1/4 cup Irish cream liqueur

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch pan.
2. Heat the Guinness and cocoa powder in a medium saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
3. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
4. Beat together softened butter, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract in another bowl.
5. Slowly add the Guinness mixture into the egg mixture, then combine with the dry ingredients until well blended.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Beat the softened butter for the Irish Buttercream until light and fluffy.
8. Gradually add powdered sugar and Irish cream liqueur, mixing until you achieve a soft consistency.
9. Frost the cooled cake with Irish buttercream and serve.

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Notes

Use room-temperature eggs and butter for a smooth batter. Taste the buttercream as you add liqueur so it does not get too boozy.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 450
• Sugar: 32g
• Sodium: 300mg
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 6g
• Cholesterol: 60mg