Chocolate Guinness Bailey's Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cake
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1 cup Guinness stout
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 cups granulated sugar
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3/4 cup sour cream
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2 large eggs
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ For the Bailey's Frosting
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3 cups powdered sugar
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3 tablespoons Bailey's Irish Cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line two 23cm (9-inch) cake pans with parchment paper.
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In a saucepan, heat the Guinness and butter over medium heat until melted. Remove from heat and whisk in the cocoa powder and sugar until smooth. Let cool slightly.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir this mixture into the cooled Guinness mixture.
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In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
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Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely before frosting.
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In a large bowl, beat the butter until light and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, followed by Bailey's Irish Cream, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing until smooth.
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Spread the Bailey's frosting between the cake layers and over the top. Slice and serve with a glass of Irish coffee for an authentic experience.
# Notes:
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This cake improves in flavor if made a day in advance, allowing the Guinness notes to develop.