{"id":816,"date":"2024-03-12T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-12T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/?p=816"},"modified":"2024-05-03T10:52:59","modified_gmt":"2024-05-03T10:52:59","slug":"guinness-chocolate-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/2024\/03\/12\/guinness-chocolate-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Guinness Chocolate Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin: auto;margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%\" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guiness-chocolate-cake-.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey\u2019s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. <\/p>\n<p>This dessert is a MUST try. If you\u2019re a chocolate lover, like me, you will go crazy for every bite of this incredible sweet treat! If you want to try more unique chocolate desserts, we have so many good ones. Try this nostalgic <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/ho-ho-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">ho ho cake<\/a>, this fun <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chocolate-whoopie-pie-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">whoopie pie cake<\/a>, or this almost sinful <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/tuxedo-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">tuxedo cake<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Serving a slice of Guinness chocolate cake.\" class=\"wp-image-250226 lazyload\" title=\"Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#039;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. \" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guiness-chocolate-cake-1200x1799-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-guinness-chocolate-cake-recipe\">Guinness Chocolate Cake Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>This Guinness Chocolate Cake is decadent and sweet with the perfect boozy kick.\u00a0If you\u2019re looking for a dessert to celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day, this is it! The recipe features Guinness beer in the cake and the ganache frosting, and Irish cream in the buttercream filling. This is one of those recipes that\u2019s absolutely heavenly, and one that you\u2019ll be thinking about long after you\u2019ve taken the last bite.<\/p>\n<p>The Guinness gives the cake a fluffy texture and adds a slight malt flavor that pairs well with the chocolate without being overpowering. The buttercream spiked Bailey\u2019s Irish cream tastes incredible and the creamy spiked ganache is the perfect finishing touch. If you\u2019re making a full St. Patrick\u2019s Day spread, be sure to check out our collection of all of the <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/st-patricks-day-recipes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">best St. Paddy\u2019s Day recipes<\/a>!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-needed\">Ingredients Needed<\/h2>\n<p>The ingredient list for this Guinness cake recipe might look a bit long, but the ingredients are simple and mostly pantry staples. Plus, one bite of this flavorful, fluffy cake and you\u2019ll see that it is so worth it! Exact measurements can be found at the end of the post in the recipe card!<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cake\">Cake<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guinness Stout:<\/strong> Guinness extra stout or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/guinness-draught-beer-4pk-14-9-fl-oz-cans\/-\/A-13355043#lnk=sametab\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">draught<\/a> may be used. You can also use any favorite stout beer!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sugar:<\/strong> Granulated sugar will perfectly sweeten the cake without overwhelming the flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cocoa Powder:<\/strong> Use regular unsweetened cocoa powder,\u00a0not dutch process, to add depth and richness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vegetable Oil:<\/strong> For an extra moist crumb.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eggs:<\/strong> Two large eggs will help bind all of the ingredients together. It\u2019s best if they are room temperature for easy mixing. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Sour Cream:<\/strong> Use full-fat sour cream for the most wonderful moist texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong> Adds warm subtle sweetness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flour:<\/strong> All-purpose flour will give the cake structure while keeping it nice and soft.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking Soda:<\/strong> Helps the layers rise properly while baking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt:<\/strong> To balance the sweetness and bring out all of the delicious flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ganache\">Ganache<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chocolate:<\/strong> Use a high-quality semi-sweet chocolate like\u00a0Ghirardelli or Guittard. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy Cream:<\/strong> Makes it super creamy and irresistibly rich.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Guinness:<\/strong> For extra Irish flavor in the frosting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bailey-s-buttercream-filling\">Bailey\u2019s Buttercream Filling<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Salted Butter:<\/strong> Use softened butter as the foundation for the buttercream filling.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Powdered Sugar:<\/strong> Makes the buttercream sweet and smooth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bailey\u2019s Irish Cream:<\/strong> Complements the Guinness cake with rich chocolate and vanilla flavors.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-a-guinness-chocolate-cake\">How to Make a Guinness Chocolate Cake<\/h2>\n<p>Grab all of the ingredients and get ready to make one of the best cakes ever! This is such a special dessert and will be the hit of any party. Here\u2019s how it all comes together:<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cake<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Prep:<\/strong> Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray two 8-inch round cake pans with pan spray and a parchment round, if desired.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heat Guinness:<\/strong> In a small saucepan, heat the Guinness, sugar, and cocoa powder together over medium heat until all the sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it cool for 5-10 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix Wet Ingredients:<\/strong> In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Once smooth whisk in the oil until fully combined.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine:<\/strong> Whisk the egg mixture into the sugar mixture until combined. Gently whisk in the flour, baking soda, and salt.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake:<\/strong> Divide the batter evenly into the two prepared cake pans and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the center of the cakes spring back when lightly pressed on or a toothpick comes out clean.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cool:<\/strong> Let the cakes cool completely before wrapping them with plastic wrap and chilling them in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before assembling the cake. Cold cake is significantly easier to frost than warm or room-temperature cake.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ganache<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Simmer the Guinness:<\/strong> While the cake bakes, prepare the ganache by simmering the Guinness over low heat until reduced by half to \u00bc cup. Add the cream to the pan and simmer until steaming.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine with Chocolate:<\/strong> Add the chocolate to a large bowl and pour the steaming liquid over it. Let the chocolate sit for 2 minutes before whisking until smooth and shiny. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill until the cakes are cooled and ready to be frosted.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bailey\u2019s Buttercream Filling<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Mix:<\/strong> Use a hand mixer to beat the butter, powdered sugar, and Bailey\u2019s together in a medium bowl until combined. Start with 3 tablespoons of Bailey\u2019s and add a little more at a time until the buttercream is soft and fluffy, but not runny.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assembly<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Add Buttercream:<\/strong> Once the cakes are chilled and ready to be frosted, place one layer bottom side down on a cake plate or serving plate. Top with the buttercream and spread it evenly over the cake, leaving \u00bc-\u00bd inch space around the perimeter of the cake so the buttercream doesn\u2019t interfere with the ganache. Place the second layer of cake topside down on the buttercream.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Whip Ganache:<\/strong> Whip the chilled ganache with a hand mixer until soft and fluffy. Use it immediately to frost the cake, as it will set up and harden the longer it sits. If it becomes stiff as you are frosting, use the hand mixer to beat it again until it is soft.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spread Ganache:<\/strong> Add a couple of large dollops of ganache to the top of the cake and use an offset spatula to spread it around, letting it go over the edges. Use the spatula to push the overhanging ganache down onto the sides, adding more from the bowl as needed. Try not to lift the spatula straight up off the cake, as that can cause the ganache to pull off from the cake bringing crumbs with it. Instead, move the spatula in a swiping motion to stop contact with the ganache.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Smooth Ganache:<\/strong> Once the cake has been covered in an even layer of ganache, you may use the offset spatula or a bench scraper with a straight edge to smooth it. I like to run my metal tools under very hot water and dry them thoroughly before using the hot metal to smooth the ganache.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-use-a-9x13-pan\">Use a 9\u00d713 Pan<\/h2>\n<p>You may also bake this cake in a 9\u00d713-inch pan. Spray the pan well with pan spray with flour in it or use regular pan spray and dust the pan with flour and tap out the excess. Bake for 35-40 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"250257\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Combining wet and dry ingredients together.\" class=\"wp-image-250257 lazyload\" title=\"Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#039;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. \" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guinness-cake-2-1200x800-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"250258\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Chocolate Guinness cake batter.\" class=\"wp-image-250258 lazyload\" title=\"Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#039;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. \" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guinness-cake-3-1200x800-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"250255\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Adding the cream layer to the cake\" class=\"wp-image-250255 lazyload\" title=\"Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#039;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. \" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guinness-cake-5-1200x800-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"250256\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Adding chocolate chips into the frosting mixture \" class=\"wp-image-250256 lazyload\" title=\"Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#039;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. \" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guinness-cake-4-1200x800-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"250259\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Whipping up the frosting for the chocolate Guinness cake\" class=\"wp-image-250259 lazyload\" title=\"Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#039;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. \" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guinness-cake-6-1200x800-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"250254\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Frosting the Guinness cake \" class=\"wp-image-250254 lazyload\" title=\"Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#039;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. \" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guinness-cake-7-1200x800-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__icon\"><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-and-variations\">Tips and Variations<\/h3>\n<p>Use these helpful tips and options to make an amazing chocolate Guinness cake!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beer Options:<\/strong> If you are not going to use Guinness beer, it may be substituted for any other stout beer. If you would like to leave out the beer completely, I recommend using this recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chocolate-cake-recipe\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">chocolate cake <\/a>instead. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Use Butter:<\/strong> You may substitute the oil for butter if you would like to. Add the butter to the saucepan with the beer, sugar, and cocoa powder. Cook it until the sugar is fully dissolved and the butter is completely melted. If you use salted butter, reduce the salt in the recipe to \u00bd teaspoon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What if the Cakes Sink?<\/strong> Don\u2019t be alarmed if your cakes sink a little! The best way to avoid this is to let the cakes bake undisturbed as long as possible since opening the oven door causes a drop in temperature and that can make the cakes fall. These cakes bake longer than a standard cake, so try to wait until 40 minutes. If the cakes do sink a little, let them cool completely before using a serrated knife to carefully level off the cake. If it is just a slight dip in the center, invert the warm cake upside down on the cooling rack right out of the oven. Letting it cool upside down will often help level out the dip.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Frosting Option:<\/strong> You may omit the Bailey\u2019s buttercream filling and just use ganache instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Irish Cream Option:<\/strong> If you don\u2019t have Bailey\u2019s you may use an equal amount of Irish Cream flavored syrup or 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract instead. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Serving a slice of cake.\" class=\"wp-image-250227 lazyload\" title=\"Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#039;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. \" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guiness-chocolate-cake-1-1200x1799-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__icon\"><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-storing-leftovers\">Storing Leftovers<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Room Temperature:<\/strong> Store leftover cake at room temperature for up to 3 days in an airtight container. <\/li>\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator:<\/strong> To keep fresh for up to 5 days, place in an airtight container in the fridge. <\/li>\n<li><strong>To Freeze:<\/strong> The unfrosted cake rounds may be baked and frozen for up to 3 months. Let the cakes cool to room temperature before wrapping each layer tightly in 2-3 layers of plastic wrap. They may be used directly from the freezer, or thawed in the refrigerator. I recommend frosting them while either frozen or chilled. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A slice of chocolate Guinness cake on a scalloped plate.\" class=\"wp-image-250228 lazyload\" title=\"Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#039;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. \" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guiness-chocolate-cake-2-1200x1799-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__title\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-chocolate-cake-recipes\">More Chocolate Cake Recipes<\/h2>\n<p>If you love chocolate and cake, you\u2019re in the right place! We have so many tried and true chocolate cake favorites that you\u2019re definitely going to want to try! 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mins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"post-summary\">\n<div class=\"post-summary__image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/strawberry-chocolate-cake\/\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1599\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"attachment-cwp_archive_lgXX size-cwp_archive_lgXX lazyload\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/strawberry-chocolate-cake-4.jpg\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"post-summary__content\">\n<p class=\"entry-category\">Desserts<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"post-summary__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/strawberry-chocolate-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Strawberry Chocolate Cake<\/a><\/h2>\n<p class=\"entry-total-time\">1 hr 50 mins<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-250120\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"250120\" data-servings=\"10\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-basic\">\n<div class=\"wprm-container-float-left\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"attachment-150x150 size-150x150 lazyload\" alt=\"\" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/guiness-chocolate-cake-250x250-1.jpg\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wprm_print\/chocolate-guinness-cake\" style=\"color: #333333\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe-id=\"250120\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-icon\"><\/span> Print<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Chocolate Guinness Cake<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span>Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey&#8217;s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Dessert<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">American, Irish, Irish American<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">Bailey\u2019s Irish Cream Buttercream, chocolate guinness cake, Chocolate Stout Cake, Dark Beer Cake, guinness cake, Guinness ganache, Whipped ganache frosting<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">45<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">chill time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">2<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hours<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">4<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hours<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-250120 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-initial-servings=\"\" data-recipe=\"250120\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">10<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">servings<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">899<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\">Alyssa Rivers<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-250120-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"250120\" data-servings=\"10\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Cake<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Guinness stout<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/granulated-sugar-4lbs-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78471310?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">granulated sugar<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00be<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/ghirardelli-unsweetened-cocoa-8oz\/-\/A-14767417?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">cocoa powder,<\/a><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">not dutch process<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00be<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/vegetable-oil-48oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78376311?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">vegetable oil<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/vital-farms-pasture-raised-grade-a-large-eggs-12ct\/-\/A-18783617?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">large eggs<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/daisy-pure-38-natural-sour-cream-16oz\/-\/A-13451688?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">sour cream<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/mccormick-pure-vanilla-extract-1oz\/-\/A-13353205?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">vanilla extract<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/gold-medal-all-purpose-flour-2lbs\/-\/A-13016243?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">all-purpose flour<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/arm-hammer-pure-baking-soda-1lb\/-\/A-15133726?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">baking soda<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/iodized-salt-26oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78140513?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">salt<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Ganache<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">16<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">semi-sweet chocolate,<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">about 3 cups<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/heavy-whipping-cream-16-fl-oz-1pt-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-54550905?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">heavy cream<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Guinness<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Bailey\u2019s Buttercream Filling<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/land-o-lakes-salted-butter-1lb\/-\/A-13227061?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">salted butter,<\/a><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">softened<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/powdered-sugar-2lbs-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78495020?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">powdered sugar<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4-5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Bailey\u2019s Irish Cream<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"shop-with-instacart-v1\" data-affiliate_id=\"1712\" data-affiliate_platform=\"recipe_widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-250120-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"250120\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Cake<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray 2 8-inch round cake pans with pan spray and a parchment round, if desired.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>In a small saucepan, heat the Guinness, sugar, and cocoa powder together over medium heat until all the sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it cool for 5-10 minutes.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Once smooth whisk in the oil until fully combined.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Whisk the egg mixture into the sugar mixture until combined. Gently whisk in the flour, baking soda, and salt.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Divide the batter evenly into the two prepared cake pans and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the center of the cakes spring back when lightly pressed on or a toothpick comes out clean.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Let the cakes cool completely before wrapping them with plastic wrap and chilling them in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before assembling the cake. Cold cake is significantly easier to frost than warm or room-temperature cake.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Ganache<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>While the cake bakes, prepare the ganache by simmering the Guinness over low heat until reduced by half to \u00bc cup. Add the cream to the pan and simmer until steaming.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Add the chocolate to a large bowl and pour the steaming liquid over it. Let the chocolate sit for 2 minutes before whisking until smooth and shiny. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill until the cakes are cooled and ready to be frosted.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Bailey\u2019s Buttercream Filling<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Use a hand mixer to beat the butter, powdered sugar, and Bailey\u2019s together in a medium bowl until combined. Start with 3 tablespoons of Bailey\u2019s and add a little more at a time until the buttercream is soft and fluffy, but not runny.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Assembly<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-3-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Once the cakes are chilled and ready to be frosted, place one layer bottom side down on a cake plate or serving plate. Top with the buttercream and spread it evenly over the cake, leaving \u00bc-\u00bd inch space around the perimeter of the cake so the buttercream doesn&#8217;t interfere with the ganache. Place the second layer of cake topside down on the buttercream.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-3-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Whip the chilled ganache with a hand mixer until soft and fluffy. Use it immediately to frost the cake, as it will set up and harden the longer it sits. If it becomes stiff as you are frosting, use the hand mixer to beat it again until it is soft.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-3-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Add a couple of large dollops of ganache to the top of the cake and use an offset spatula to spread it around, letting it go over the edges. Use the spatula to push the overhanging ganache down onto the sides, adding more from the bowl as needed. Try not to lift the spatula straight up off the cake, as that can cause the ganache to pull off from the cake bringing crumbs with it. Instead, move the spatula in a swiping motion to stop contact with the ganache.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-250120-step-3-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Once the cake has been covered in an even layer of ganache, you may use the offset spatula or a bench scraper with a straight edge to smooth it. I like to run my metal tools under very hot water and dry them thoroughly before using the hot metal to smooth the ganache.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">899<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">98<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">53<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">24<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">84<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">533<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">429<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">67<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">666<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">69<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__icon\"><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-leftovers-callout-title\">Leftovers Callout Title<\/h3>\n<p>Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Celebrate St. Patrick\u2019s Day (or any day) with this delicious Guinness Chocolate Cake! It\u00a0has the most wonderful fudgy flavor and tender texture that is complemented by a Bailey\u2019s buttercream filling and a rich ganache frosting. This dessert is a MUST try. If you\u2019re a chocolate lover, like me, you will go crazy for every bite [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":818,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[22],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/816"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=816"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/816\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":832,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/816\/revisions\/832"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/818"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=816"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=816"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=816"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}