Chocolate Stout Cake
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this moist Chocolate Stout Cake, a dessert that marries the deep, malty notes of stout beer with the luxurious essence of cocoa. Perfect for beer lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike, this cake is incredibly easy to make, yet feels effortlessly gourmet. The recipe uses simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, and sour cream to create a tender crumb, while the stout beer adds complexity and depth. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar or a sprinkle of semi-sweet chocolate chips, it’s an elegant choice for dinner parties, celebrations, or when striking a delicious balance between savory and sweet. Serve it as is, or pair with a dollop of whipped cream for an unforgettable treat. This one-bowl wonder comes together in under 20 minutes of prep, making it your next go-to dessert sensation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Stout beer (e.g., Guinness)
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 Large eggs
- 0.75 cup Sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the stout beer and bring the mixture to a simmer. Remove from heat and whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth. Let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the cooled stout mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to combine.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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 into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Once completely cool, dust the top with powdered sugar or sprinkle with semi-sweet chocolate chips for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.9 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.6 g | 583% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 706 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 3351 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 793.6 g | 289% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 78.8 g | 281% | |
| Total Sugars | 479.1 g | ||
| Protein | 87.7 g | 175% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 646 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 45.9 mg | 255% | |
| Potassium | 3496 mg | 74% | |
*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.
