Irish Eyes Godiva Cake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with the Irish Eyes Godiva Cake, a decadent fusion of chocolate and Irish liqueurs that promises to elevate any celebration. This rich, double-layered chocolate cake is infused with the luxurious flavors of Irish cream and Godiva chocolate liqueur, creating a moist and flavorful crumb that pairs perfectly with its velvety buttercream frosting. Crafted with staple pantry ingredients like all-purpose flour and cocoa powder and enhanced with the indulgent creaminess of heavy cream and unsalted butter, this show-stopping cake is as easy to make as it is irresistible. Perfect for special occasions or when you're craving a taste of gourmet decadence, this dessert dazzles with optional chocolate chip garnish and a hint of liqueur drizzle. Relish the sophistication of every bite as the harmonious blend of chocolate and cream creates a truly unforgettable treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 0.25 cup Irish cream liqueur
- 0.25 cup Godiva chocolate liqueur
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 3 cups Powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
Gently stir in the boiling water to the batter. The mixture will be thin—this is normal. Stir until smooth.
Gradually add the Irish cream liqueur and Godiva chocolate liqueur to the batter, mixing until evenly incorporated.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting by creaming the butter in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, alternating with the heavy cream. Beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
Once the cake layers are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a thick layer of frosting on top.
Place the second layer on top, then spread frosting over the top and sides of the cake, smoothing it evenly.
If desired, garnish the cake with chocolate chips or drizzle additional Irish cream or Godiva liqueur over the top.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Slice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 278.4 g | 357% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.8 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 719 mg | 240% | |
| Sodium | 5272 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1012.1 g | 368% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 772.6 g | ||
| Protein | 65.8 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 554 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 23.6 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 1961 mg | 42% | |
*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.
