Chocolate Guinness Cake

why make this recipe

This Chocolate Guinness Cake is rich, moist, and simple to make. It has deep chocolate flavor and a light cream cheese frosting. You can bake it for a special dinner, a party, or when you want a bold, comforting dessert.

introduction

The cake mixes chocolate and stout for a deep taste and soft crumb. The beer brings out the cocoa and keeps the cake moist. If you like moist, rich cakes you might also enjoy the banana coffee cake recipe as another easy option.

how to make Chocolate Guinness Cake

1. Preheat the oven and prepare pans. Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix dry ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Mix wet ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the Guinness, sour cream, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Combine. Pour the wet mix into the dry mix and stir until just blended. Do not overmix.
5. Bake. Divide the batter evenly between the pans. Bake 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool. Let cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
7. Make frosting. Beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar gradually and mix with heavy cream until smooth.
8. Frost. Spread the cream cheese frosting on the cooled cakes. Stack or layer as you like.

Ingredients :

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup Guinness beer
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Directions :

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, mix the Guinness, sour cream, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just blended. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks. For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar and heavy cream, mixing until smooth. Frost the cooled cakes with the cream cheese frosting.

how to serve Chocolate Guinness Cake

Serve slices at room temperature. Add a dollop of whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa, or a few fresh berries. This cake pairs well with coffee or a small glass of stout.

how to store Chocolate Guinness Cake

• At room temperature: Keep the frosted cake covered for up to 2 days.
• In the fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.
• To freeze: Freeze unfrosted layers wrapped in plastic and foil for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight, then frost.

tips to make Chocolate Guinness Cake

• Use room temperature eggs and sour cream for a smooth batter.
• Measure flour correctly—spoon into the cup and level off.
• Do not overmix after adding wet to dry; overmix can make the cake dense.
• Let the cake cool fully before frosting to prevent melting.
• If you like more cocoa flavor, use a high-quality unsweetened cocoa.

variation (if any)

• Add a teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the wet mix to boost chocolate flavor.
• Use chocolate ganache instead of cream cheese frosting for a richer finish.
• Fold in a handful of chocolate chips to the batter for texture.

FAQs

Q: Can I use another beer instead of Guinness?
A: Yes. Use a dark stout or porter for similar flavor. Avoid light lagers; they change the taste.

Q: Can I make this cake gluten-free?
A: Yes. Substitute a gluten-free flour blend cup-for-cup designed for baking. Check leavening adjustments on the blend label.

Q: Can I halve the recipe for one layer?
A: Yes. Bake in a single 9-inch pan and reduce bake time. Check with a toothpick from 20 minutes on.

Q: Is the frosting very sweet?
A: The cream cheese frosting is balanced by tang from the cream cheese. You can adjust powdered sugar to taste.

Chocolate Guinness Cake

• 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 and moist chocolate cake made with Guinness, topped with a light cream cheese frosting.

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Ingredients

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• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup Guinness beer
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk the Guinness, sour cream, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Pour the wet mix into the dry mix and stir until just blended. Do not overmix.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick in the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
7. Beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar gradually and mix with heavy cream until smooth.
8. Spread the cream cheese frosting on the cooled cakes. Stack or layer as preferred.

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Notes

Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting. Using room temperature ingredients helps achieve a smooth batter.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 400
• Sugar: 30g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Fiber: 4g
• Protein: 6g
• Cholesterol: 50mg