Jack Daniels Chocolate Birthday Cake
Indulge in the ultimate celebration with this decadent Jack Daniels Chocolate Birthday Cake, a rich and boozy twist on a classic favorite. This moist, chocolatey cake is infused with the bold, caramelized notes of Jack Daniels whiskey, perfectly balanced by a silky ganache frosting that brings together semi-sweet chocolate, heavy cream, and a hint of whiskey for an extra layer of indulgence. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this show-stopping dessert features a light, tender crumb and layers of melt-in-your-mouth frosting that will impress any crowd. Perfect for whiskey enthusiasts and chocolate lovers alike, this cake is the ideal centerpiece for birthdays or any special occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Jack Daniels whiskey
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Jack Daniels whiskey (for frosting)
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, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk, vegetable oil, and 1/2 cup of Jack Daniels whiskey. Mix well.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Slowly pour in the boiling water while stirring. The batter will be thin, but this is normal.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, heat the heavy cream and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
Remove from heat and pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Whisk in the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of Jack Daniels whiskey for a silky ganache frosting.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of ganache frosting over the top.
Add the second cake layer and frost the sides and top of the cake with the remaining ganache.
Let the cake sit at room temperature for 1-2 hours to allow the frosting to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 321.2 g | 412% | |
| Saturated Fat | 141.7 g | 708% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 703 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 4694 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 938.9 g | 341% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 87.8 g | 314% | |
| Total Sugars | 610.9 g | ||
| Protein | 98.2 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 610 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 47.6 mg | 264% | |
| Potassium | 3483 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.
