Irish Chocolate Cake
Indulge in the rich decadence of Irish Chocolate Cake, a dessert that's as luxurious as it is unforgettable. Featuring the bold flavor of Irish cream liqueur infused into both the moist chocolate cake layers and the silky buttercream frosting, this sweet creation is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. A glossy dark chocolate ganache drizzled artfully over the top adds a touch of elegance and irresistible richness. Perfect for celebrations or as a show-stopping indulgence, this Irish-inspired treat combines deep cocoa flavor with creamy, boozy notes for a dessert that feels truly special. With just 25 minutes of prep time, this delightful cake is surprisingly easy to make, yet makes a stunning centerpiece for any dessert table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Irish cream liqueur
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 3 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup Additional Irish cream liqueur
- 4 oz Dark chocolate (melted)
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, Irish cream liqueur, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until the batter is smooth and fully combined.
Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin; this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, beat the butter in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the additional Irish cream liqueur, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
For the ganache, place the melted dark chocolate and heavy cream in a small bowl. Stir together until smooth and glossy.
Once the cakes have completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting over the top.
Place the second cake layer on top, and frost the entire cake with the remaining frosting.
Drizzle the ganache over the top of the cake, allowing some of it to drip down the sides.
Let the ganache set for 10-15 minutes. Slice and serve your Irish Chocolate Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 276.3 g | 354% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.8 g | 569% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 605 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 5517 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1168.8 g | 425% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 77.9 g | 278% | |
| Total Sugars | 867.9 g | ||
| Protein | 89.7 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 759 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 54.0 mg | 300% | |
| Potassium | 4194 mg | 89% | |
*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.
