Jack Daniels Chocolate (Birthday) Cake Recipe

Name: Jack Daniels Chocolate (Birthday) Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water; 1/2 cup Jack Daniels Whiskey; 1 tablespoon instant coffee powder; 1 1/4 cups sweet butter; 1 cup cocoa powder; 2 cups sugar; 2 eggs; 2 cups flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons Jack Daniels Whiskey

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 325.
2
In a very large saucepan, heat and stir the water, Jack Daniels whiskey, coffee powder, butter and cocoa until the butter melts.
3
Remove from the heat and beat in the sugar.
4
Cool slightly and whisk in the eggs, blending thoroughly.
5
In a bowl, stir together the flour and baking powder.
6
Beat into the chocolate mixture until incorporated.
7
Stir in the pecans.
8
Turn the batter into a greased and floured 9 inch tube or bundt pan.
9
Smooth top with a spatula.
10
Bake in a 325 oven for 60-75 minutes (until a toothpick comes out clean).
11
Immediately sprinking with the 2 Tbsp of Jack Daniels whiskey.
12
Let cake cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then remove from cake pan.
13
Serve with gobs of fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

1425

kcal

Calories

Fat

164

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 cup Jack Daniels Whiskey, 1 tablespoon instant coffee powder, 1 1/4 cups sweet butter, and more.

Yes, Jack Daniels Chocolate (Birthday) Cake 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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Jack Daniels Chocolate (Birthday) Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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