Indulgent Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Icing

Why Make This Recipe

If you’re looking for a dessert that will impress your friends and family, look no further. The Indulgent Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Icing is a perfect choice. This cake is rich and moist, thanks to the addition of Guinness beer, which enhances the chocolate flavor. Topped with creamy Baileys icing, it’s a delightful treat for any occasion, be it a birthday, holiday, or just a cozy indulgence at home.

How to Make Indulgent Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Icing

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Guinness beer
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup Baileys Irish Cream
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, combine the Guinness and cocoa powder. In another bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Add the eggs and vanilla; mix well.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients and the Guinness mixture, mixing until smooth.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.
6. For the icing, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and Baileys, mixing until combined.
7. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
8. Spread the icing over the cooled cake.
9. Serve and enjoy!

How to Serve Indulgent Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Icing

This cake is delightful on its own, but it can also be served with additional whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence. Pair it with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk for a complete dessert experience.

How to Store Indulgent Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Icing

To store leftover cake, cover it with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. You can keep it in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you want to store it longer, you can freeze the cake without icing for up to three months. Just make sure to wrap it well.

Tips to Make Indulgent Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Icing

• Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.
• Don’t overmix the batter; mix just until combined for a lighter cake.
• Let the cake cool completely before icing it to prevent the icing from melting.

Variation

If you’re not a fan of Baileys, you can replace it with another liqueur or use vanilla extract in the icing for a different flavor. You can also try adding chocolate chips to the batter for extra chocolate goodness.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of beer?

Yes, you can use other dark beers, like stout, but it may change the flavor slightly.

Is there a way to make this cake gluten-free?

You can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Make sure the other ingredients are gluten-free as well.

Can I make this cake ahead of time?

Absolutely! This cake stays moist for several days and can be made a day or two in advance. Just store it correctly in the fridge.

Indulgent Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake with Baileys Cream Cheese Icing

A rich and moist cake made with Guinness beer and topped with creamy Baileys icing, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Cake, Dessert

Cuisine American, Irish

Servings 8 servings

Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients

  

Cake Ingredients

• 1 cup Guinness beer
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Icing Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup Baileys Irish Cream
• 0.5 cup heavy cream

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
• In a large bowl, combine the Guinness and cocoa powder.
• In another bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
• In a separate bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Add the eggs and vanilla; mix well.

Mixing and Baking

• Gradually add the dry ingredients and the Guinness mixture, mixing until smooth.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Allow the cake to cool completely.

Icing

• Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and Baileys, mixing until combined.
• In another bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
• Spread the icing over the cooled cake.

Notes

Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Don't overmix the batter; mix just until combined for a lighter cake. Let the cake cool completely before icing it to prevent the icing from melting.

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