Chocolate Beer Cake
Rich, moist, and irresistibly decadent, this Chocolate Beer Cake is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers! Infused with the robust flavors of dark beer, such as stout or porter, this cake delivers a deep, complex chocolate profile that sets it apart from ordinary chocolate cakes. The batter combines creamy sour cream, unsweetened cocoa, and a touch of vanilla for a luscious texture, while a smooth, glossy ganache made with semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream adds a luxurious finish. Perfectly balanced with subtle beer undertones, this dessert is ideal for celebrations, dinner parties, or when you simply want to indulge. Dust it with powdered sugar for an elegant touch, or serve as-is for a show-stopping treat that's sure to wow your guests. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is as impressive as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup dark beer (such as stout or porter)
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup heavy cream
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the dark beer and stir in the cocoa powder until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Gradually mix the cooled beer and cocoa mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cake is cooling, make the chocolate ganache: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to steam (do not boil). Remove from heat and pour over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Once the cake is completely cool, spread the chocolate ganache evenly over the top and sides of the cake using a spatula or knife.
Optional: Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for garnish.
Slice and serve. Enjoy your Chocolate Beer Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 276.4 g | 354% | |
| Saturated Fat | 162.9 g | 814% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 858 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 2747 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 881.0 g | 320% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 85.9 g | 307% | |
| Total Sugars | 548.8 g | ||
| Protein | 94.1 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 489 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 47.0 mg | 261% | |
| Potassium | 3200 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
