Chocolate Guinness cake recipe

Name: Chocolate Guinness cake recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 ml (8.8fl oz) Guinness; 250 g (8.8oz) margarine; 85 g (3oz) cocoa powder; 400 g (14.1oz) golden caster sugar; 280 g (9.9oz) plain flour, sieved; 2 eggs; 1 tsp vanilla essence; 140 ml (4.9fl oz) buttermilk; 0.5 tsp baking powder; 2 tsp bicarbonate of soda; 55 g (1.9oz) margarine; 300 g (10.6oz) icing sugar; 100 g (3.5oz) cream cheese; 0.5 tsp vanilla essence; 1 dusting cocoa powder

Servings: persons

250 ml (8.8fl oz) Guinness
250 g (8.8oz) margarine
85 g (3oz) cocoa powder
400 g (14.1oz) golden caster sugar
280 g (9.9oz) plain flour, sieved
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla essence
140 ml (4.9fl oz) buttermilk
0.5 tsp baking powder
2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
55 g (1.9oz) margarine
300 g (10.6oz) icing sugar
100 g (3.5oz) cream cheese
0.5 tsp vanilla essence
1 dusting cocoa powder

1
Preheat the oven to 170C/150C fan/gas mark 3.
2
Grease and line the base of a 23cm (9 inch) spring form tin OR a deep 20cm (8 inch) tin.
3
Pour the Guinness into a saucepan and add the margarine, gently heat until melted.
4
Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa and sugar.
5
Mix together the eggs, buttermilk and vanilla and then add to the pan.
6
Sift together remaining dry ingredients into a large bowl, whisk in liquid ingredients until smooth.
7
Pour cake mix into prepared tin and bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes or for the deep 20cm tin for 1 hour 10 mins or until cooked.
8
Insert a skewer into the middle of the cake and if it comes out clean, the cake is cooked.
9
Cool in tin and then place on wire rack until cold.
10
Place the icing ingredients in a bowl and mix until light and fluffy.
11
Spread the cake with the icing and finish with a light dusting of cocoa powder.

1451

kcal

Calories

Fat

257

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 ml (8.8fl oz) Guinness, 250 g (8.8oz) margarine, 85 g (3oz) cocoa powder, 400 g (14.1oz) golden caster sugar, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Guinness cake recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!