Chocolate Guinness Beer Cake
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Chocolate Guinness Beer Cake is a delightful twist on traditional cake recipes, perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. The use of stout beer not only adds depth to the chocolate flavor but also keeps the cake moist and rich. As you mix the ingredients, the aroma of chocolate and coffee fills the kitchen, making it hard to resist. The addition of Greek yogurt provides a unique texture, while the cocoa powder and instant coffee create a harmonious blend of flavors.
The process is straightforward, starting with whisking together the sugar and oil before incorporating the eggs and vanilla. The dry ingredients come together in another bowl, ensuring a well-mixed batter. Alternating between the wet and dry mixtures helps achieve a smooth consistency without overmixing, which is key to a tender cake.
Once baked, the cake emerges from the oven with a beautiful rise and a rich, dark color. A simple dusting of powdered sugar is all it needs to finish, allowing the chocolate flavor to shine through. This cake is not just a dessert; it’s a celebration of flavors that pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee, making it a must-try for any festive gathering.
Whether you’re hosting a St. Patrick’s Day party or simply looking for a delicious chocolate cake recipe, this Chocolate Guinness Beer Cake is sure to impress. It’s a delightful treat that balances richness with a hint of bitterness from the beer, creating a truly indulgent experience.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
In a large bowl, add brown sugar and vegetable oil.
Whisk until combined.
Add eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition.
Add vanilla extract and instant coffee powder.
Tip: You can use instant espresso powder if you don't have instant coffee.
Add coffee to the mixture and whisk until dissolved.
In another bowl, add cocoa powder, flour, salt, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda.
Tip: Whisk dry ingredients well to ensure even distribution.
Whisk the dry ingredients together.
In a new bowl, add plain Greek yogurt.
Measure and add dry stout beer to the Greek yogurt.
Whisk until smooth and no chunks of yogurt remain.
Alternate adding the sugar mixture and the beer mixture to the dry ingredients, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
Tip: Do not over mix the batter; mix just until no ingredients are visible.
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Tip: Preheat your oven to 350°F before baking.
Grease a loaf pan with non-stick spray and line it with parchment paper.
Add chocolate chips to the batter.
Pour the cake batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 50 minutes.
Check if the cake is done by inserting a toothpick into the center.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Tip: A dusting of powdered sugar is a simple yet effective way to finish the cake.
Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar.
Slice the cake for serving.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Milk Yogurt
Ingredient: Eggs
→ Substitution: Flaxseed Meal + Water
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour Blend
Nutrition
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Frequently asked questions
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Using stout beer in cake adds moisture and a rich flavor profile.
- •The combination of cocoa powder and coffee enhances the chocolate flavor.
- •Dusting the cake with powdered sugar is a simple way to finish it without overpowering the flavors.
- •Allowing the cake to cool completely before slicing helps maintain its structure.
