Diana'S Guinness® Chocolate Cake With Guinness Choc

Name: Diana'S Guinness® Chocolate Cake With Guinness Chocolate Icing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter; 1 cup Irish stout beer (such as Guinness(R)); 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped; 2 cups superfine white sugar; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup creme fraiche; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; Icing:; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped; 5 tablespoons Irish stout beer (such as Guinness(R)); 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted, or more as needed

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/4 cups unsalted butter
1 cup Irish stout beer (such as Guinness(R))
4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
2 cups superfine white sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup creme fraiche
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
Icing:
1/2 cup unsalted butter
4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
5 tablespoons Irish stout beer (such as Guinness(R))
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted, or more as needed

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9-inch cake pans and dust with 1 tablespoon cocoa.
2
In a heavy saucepan over low heat, combine 1 1/4 cups butter, 1 cup stout beer, 4 ounces dark chocolate, and superfine sugar. Heat, stirring occasionally, until chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove saucepan from heat and cool slightly.
3
Beat eggs and creme fraiche together in a large mixing bowl; gradually stir in the flour and baking soda. Add the melted chocolate mixture in small additions, beating well after each addition. Pour half the batter into each prepared cake pan.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until the top of the cake bounces back when touched lightly with a finger, about 40 minutes. Cool the cakes on racks.
5
To make the icing, place 1/2 cup butter, 4 ounces dark chocolate, and 5 tablespoons stout beer in a heavy saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chocolate has melted. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
6
In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, 1/3 cup cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until combined. Stir in 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar. Pour in the cooled chocolate-stout mixture and beat well. Gradually add remaining confectioners' sugar until icing reaches the desired thickness.
7
Place 1 cake on a serving plate and smooth about 1/3 of the icing over the top. Place the second cake onto the frosted layer, and spread remaining 2/3 of the icing over the top and sides of the cake.

2362

kcal

Calories

115

Fat

325

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter, 1 cup Irish stout beer (such as Guinness(R)), 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped, and more.

Yes, Diana'S Guinness® Chocolate Cake With Guinness Chocolate Icing 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.

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Diana'S Guinness® Chocolate Cake With Guinness Chocolate Icing

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Variations & substitutions

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