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Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake

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A rich and moist cake combining dark chocolate and Guinness, topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. Combine the Guinness and cocoa powder in a medium saucepan over medium heat until melted and smooth.
  3. Mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  4. Beat the butter, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract in another bowl.
  5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then add the Guinness mixture and mix until combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Beat the cream cheese until smooth for frosting, then gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream until desired consistency is reached.
  8. Frost the cooled cake with the cream cheese frosting and serve.

Notes

Use room-temperature eggs and butter for better mixing. Let the cake cool completely before frosting. It pairs well with coffee or milk.

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