{"id":60729,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-09T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chocolate-guinness-cake\/"},"modified":"2024-03-11T16:42:14","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T21:42:14","slug":"chocolate-guinness-cake","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chocolate-guinness-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Guinness Chocolate Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cLovely day for a Guinness!\u201d as the saying goes. We couldn\u2019t agree more, especially in the form of this decadent Guinness chocolate cake. Guinness beer, the iconic Irish dry stout, is full of coffee, chocolate and malt flavors. It&#8217;s got a great flavor profile to bring out all the natural flavors in a chocolate cake. And in this recipe, the robust cake is topped with a complementary cream cheese frosting that\u2019s light, fluffy and reminiscent of a head of beer. This Guinness chocolate cake is the perfect <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/st-patricks-day-desserts\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/st-patricks-day-desserts\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">St. Patrick\u2019s Day dessert<\/a> through and through.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Guinness Chocolate Cake<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1969849\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_6b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"ingredients for Chocolate Guinness Cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Guinness:<\/strong> Any type of dark Guinness will do. Just avoid their blonde ales. There\u2019s even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guinness.com\/en-us\/beers\/guinness-0\" data-name=\"www.guinness.com\/en-us\/beers\/guinness-0\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"nofollow\">nonalcoholic Guinness<\/a> for anyone abstaining!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking cocoa:<\/strong> If you need to stock up on cocoa powder for this Guinness chocolate cake, check out our Test Kitchen&#8217;s picks for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-cocoa-powder\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-cocoa-powder\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">best cocoa powder<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sour cream:<\/strong> We add to the rich tanginess of this chocolate Guinness cake by mixing sour cream into the batter. Make sure it\u2019s at room temperature before using!<\/li>\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour:<\/strong> The perfect flour for this Guinness cake is all-purpose flour. It\u2019s strong enough to provide a stable cake, but tender enough to have a delicate crumb.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cream cheese:<\/strong> Our Test Kitchen pros found that Philadelphia cream cheese was one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-cream-cheese-brands\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-cream-cheese-brands\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">best cream cheese brands<\/a>. It\u2019s tangy and bright, which will taste great in the cream cheese frosting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1969847\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_15b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Tohfm25 74724 Dr 02 07 15b Chocolate Guinness Cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Prepare the pan<\/h3>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan, and line the bottom with parchment. Set the pan aside.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Create the batter<\/h3>\n<p>In a large saucepan, heat the beer and butter until the butter is melted.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1969840\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_7b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Tohfm25 74724 Dr 02 07 7b Chocolate Guinness Cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Remove the saucepan from the heat, and whisk in the sugar and cocoa until blended.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1969841\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_8b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"whisking beer and cocoa in small pot on hot plate\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream and vanilla. Whisk the egg mixture into the beer mixture.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1969842\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_9b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Tohfm25 74724 Dr 02 07 9b Chocolate Guinness Cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Whisk the flour mixture into the beer mixture until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1969843\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_10b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"pour cake batter into pan\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Bake<\/h3>\n<p>Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool the cake completely to room temperature in the pan on a wire rack. Remove the cake from the pan, and place the cake on a platter or cake stand.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor\u2019s Tip:<\/em> Run a butter knife or mini offset spatula around the perimeter of the cake once it\u2019s out of the oven. This will make it easier to remove the cake from the pan later.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Frost the cake<\/h3>\n<p>In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the cream cheese until it\u2019s fluffy. Add the confectioners\u2019 sugar and cream, and beat everything until it\u2019s smooth (do not overbeat).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1969844 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_11b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"pouring milk into a bowl to make frosting\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Frost only the top of the cake. Using a mini offset spatula or butter knife, mimic the foamy head on a beer by adding swoops to the frosting. Refrigerate the leftovers.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1969845 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_12b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"frosting a chocolate cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Change the frosting:<\/strong> We love how the cream cheese frosting pairs with this cake (and makes the cake appear to have a frothy head of beer), but you can switch it out for a boozy Irish frosting from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/irish-cream-cupcakes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/irish-cream-cupcakes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Irish cream cupcakes<\/a> recipe, or intensify the chocolate flavor of this cake with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/rich-chocolate-frosting\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/rich-chocolate-frosting\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">chocolate frosting<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swap the beer:<\/strong> We don\u2019t recommend swapping out the Guinness, but you can substitute it with another beer if you can\u2019t find this Irish classic in stores. Look for a deep, dark milk stout with notes of chocolate, coffee and malt to mimic the taste of a Guinness as closely as possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake cupcakes instead:<\/strong> Sometimes the gathering calls for cupcakes instead of one big cake. This cake can make about 12 standard-sized cupcakes, give or take. Be sure to either grease your muffin tin very well or use cupcake liners. Bake the cupcakes at 350\u00b0 until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few crumbs, 18 to 22 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Guinness Chocolate Cake<\/h2>\n<p>Place this cake in a cake dome to keep the frosting neat, and store it in the fridge for up to three days. This also prevents the cake from soaking up any fridge smells!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re making the cake ahead of time, keep the cake in the fridge, and take it out one hour before you\u2019re ready to serve it. Since this cake is made with cream cheese frosting, you\u2019ll want to put the cake back in the fridge once it\u2019s been out for two hours.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re storing leftovers after the cake is cut, press storage wrap onto the exposed cake to keep it moist.<\/p>\n<h2>Guinness Chocolate Cake Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1969848\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_16b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Tohfm25 74724 Dr 02 07 16b Chocolate Guinness Cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What kind of baking cocoa should you use in Guinness chocolate cake?<\/h3>\n<p>Baking cocoa is chocolate or cocoa powder that you can bake with\u2014simple as that! When a recipe doesn&#8217;t get more specific than &#8220;baking cocoa,&#8221; you should use regular cocoa powder, not Dutch-processed cocoa.<\/p>\n<h3>What do you serve with Guinness chocolate cake?<\/h3>\n<p>Since this chocolate Guinness cake recipe only calls for 1 cup Guinness, you&#8217;ll likely have leftover beer. Serve it with the cake! If you end up having extra cans or bottles on hand, put them to use in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/guinness-float\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/guinness-float\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Guinness floats<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/skillet-stout-brownies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/skillet-stout-brownies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">skillet stout brownies<\/a> or one of our other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/guinness-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/guinness-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Guinness recipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Need a St. Patty,\u00c4\u00f4s Day dessert? Our Guinness chocolate cake is a fan-favorite Irish dessert.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7955,"featured_media":1970282,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[303971,304158,305744,306980,307013,304328,304288,305487,304338,304515,306194,303966,304408,304368,303887,306848,304268,304558,324623,303995,304463,304150,303883],"categories-v2":[308500,310461,309438,311389,310014,311415,310057,308988,308984,308481,259620,310796,308992,308880,312060,308495,308813,308745,308478,309603,259483,308910,309177,308539,308870,309434,308476],"coauthors":[342012],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Chocolate Cake","post_link":"\/recipes\/sandy-s-chocolate-cake\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Chocolate-Cake_EXPS_FT24_957_JR_1017_9.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Pound 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Our Guinness chocolate cake is a fan-favorite Irish dessert.","recipeIngredient":["1 cup Guinness (dark beer)","1\/2 cup butter, cubed","2 cups sugar","3\/4 cup baking cocoa","2 large eggs, room temperature, beaten","2\/3 cup sour cream","3 teaspoons vanilla extract","2 cups all-purpose flour","1-1\/2 teaspoons baking soda","TOPPING:","1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened","1-1\/2 cups confectioners' sugar","1\/2 cup heavy whipping cream"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Prepare the pan","text":"Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan, and line the bottom with parchment. Set the pan aside."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Create the batter","text":"In a large saucepan, heat the beer and butter until the butter is melted. Remove the saucepan from the heat, and whisk in the sugar and cocoa until blended. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream and vanilla. Whisk the egg mixture into the beer mixture. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Whisk the flour mixture into the beer mixture until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_7b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Bake","text":"Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool the cake completely to room temperature in the pan on a wire rack. Remove the cake from the pan, and place the cake on a platter or cake stand. Editor\u2019s Tip: Run a butter knife or mini offset spatula around the perimeter of the cake once it\u2019s out of the oven. This will make it easier to remove the cake from the pan later."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Frost the cake","text":"In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the cream cheese until it\u2019s fluffy. Add the confectioners\u2019 sugar and cream, and beat everything until it\u2019s smooth (do not overbeat). Frost only the top of the cake. Using a mini offset spatula or butter knife, mimic the foamy head on a beer by adding swoops to the frosting. Refrigerate the leftovers.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TOHFM25_74724_DR_02_07_11b-Chocolate-Guinness-Cake.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"12 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Val Goodrich"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 497 calories","fatContent":"22g fat (13g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"91mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"298mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"70g carbohydrate (50g sugars","fiberContent":"2g fiber)","proteinContent":"6g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.620438,"reviewCount":137,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-06-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mbrech119683"},"reviewBody":"I have made this many times with mixed results.  The flavor is excellent - I only used Dutch processed cocoa, but sometimes it collapses in the middle and sometimes it doesn't.  So . . .  I now make it in a bundt pan and it's 100% successful.  Whip the cream before making the frosting, but I usually just make a cream cheese frosting and whip it up well.  I often add a heaping tablespoon of espresso powder to the cake batter as well.  I love this cake - dense, smooth, and rich tasting.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-03-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Naomi558"},"reviewBody":"Delicious !!! A Saint Patty's Day favorite. Followed the recipe exactly except added 1 tsp. vanilla to the icing","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-03-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Lori919"},"reviewBody":"<p>This cake is delicious.  Bring as dessert to dinner parties. Everyone asks for the recipe<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-06-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jules726"},"reviewBody":"I don't bake often but this is recipe is a keeper. I baked this cake for my niece's 21st Birthday and the cake is delicious and the topping is fantastic! Everyone loved the cake. Easy to make and came out exactly like the picture. Will definitely make again. One thing the frosting was runny so I placed it in the freezer for about 30 minutes...while the cake baked. Once the cake cooled off I added the frosting. It was delish!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-03-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Claudia7797"},"reviewBody":"<p>Never been so disappointed in TOH recipe. Yup, massive crater!  Can\u2019t serve to guests.  Did not use Dutch processed cocoa, but all other ingredients as specified. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-07-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SothenMyst"},"reviewBody":"When I visited Ireland I happened upon a slice of Dark Chocolate Guinness Cake.  Soo Goood.   Been looking for the recipe ever since I got back to the States.   This one is great!  First time I made it though was a flop.  nothing but a sinkhole.  (but still actually tasted great!)  Saw lots of other people having the same issue.  Cut back on the Baking Soda!  2nd time I only used 1-1\/4tsp and it rose perfectly!   And Don't use the wisk when adding in flour and baking soda.  use a spoon and stir just until everything is all wet.I also like to give a bit of spice to my Cream Cheese frosting, add in some good cinnamon and ground ginger to give it a bit of extra kick.  Won't be that perfect frosty white though.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-08-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Guest44"},"reviewBody":"unfortunately i have to rate it before i can ask a question... sounds delicious and i want to make it, but what brand\/kind of cocoa powder is everyone using? from reading up on cocoa powders, dutch seems to be the best\/most flavorable, bug of course the most expensive. appreciate any feedback!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KristiBenshoof"},"reviewBody":"This was a rich, dense cake that tasted good.  The frosting recipe, as written, comes out thin and runny.  It tasted good, but was not like the picture. If I make this again, I will try whipping the cream first, as others have suggested.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-03-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JennTats"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was a nice surprise. The cake was moist and had a good balance of both chocolate and Guinness tastes. I also added half heavy cream and half baileys to the frosting but I think next time I will try something else. It was ok tasting but I didn't exactly love it either. Next time I think a little powdered sugar sprinkled on top may taste good all by itself, I don't think you really need the frosting at all. Thank you for this wonderful beer cake recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-03-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Dkawaller"},"reviewBody":"My guests loved the cake. Easy to make and came out exactly like the picture. Will definitely make again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-03-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"LissyOBX"},"reviewBody":"The cake is great! I wish that the recipe would mention that the whipping cream should be whipped 1st.  1.5 pounds of powered sugar just doesn't make a nice frosting. Oh it spreads ok, but you can't taste the cream cheese. When it has a 4.5 star rating  I didn't think I needed to read the reviews for tips.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cliftonhanger"},"reviewBody":"A very nice chocolate cake.  The beer doesn't loom large in the overall flavor.  I used 1 cup sour cream instead of 2\/3 cup, which may have made it a bit more moist.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-03-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyndiZWR"},"reviewBody":"I made this cake for my birthday celebration last week and, wow, it was a huge hit!  Everyone raved about it. It was moist, rich and oh so yummy!  After reading reviews for the frosting, I mixed a couple teaspoons of the cream with the cream cheese and sugar, whipped the remaining cream, then folded the two together. Perfection! Thanks again, TOH, for another fabulous recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedGrapes"},"reviewBody":"I made these as cupcakes and they are very good and moist!  I took the recommendation and cut the baking soda to 1 1\/4 tsp. Cupcakes took about 12 minutes to cook.  The icing is more of a challenge. I made it as directed and it was thin and soupy and just didn't seem right. I read another comment that said they mixed the heavy cream alone until it was stiff and folded it into the mixed cream cheese and powdered sugar. I would highly recommend using this method.  I also added about a tablespoon of bailey's into the cream cheese and powdered sugar and it tasted great. I would recommend this recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-04-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveAirBalloon"},"reviewBody":"I made this for St. Patrick's Day.  It is a moist cake but doesn't taste chocolatey at all. It tastes like beer.  The frosting was quite runny so I added additional powdered sugar trying to thicken it up some but it didn't work. It stayed runny even after refrigerating. It tasted good though. I poured it over the cake. My husband liked it but he loves beer.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-02-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bakergirlmd"},"reviewBody":"For the frosting I would suggest whipping the cream first, doing so until stiff peaks appear.  Remove to a chilled bowl and set in the fridge.   Proceed with cream cheese and confectioner's sugar, then fold in chilled whipped cream.  For flavor, add a touch of Bailey's.  I also wonder how this would work if you omitted the cream cheese and confectioner's sugar and just whipped the heavy ceam, then added the Bailey's. Might be interesting!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-04-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JeanDunn"},"reviewBody":"So very disappointed. The cake sunk in the middle and had a crusty looking lighter color brown in the middle. I usually use a hand mixer on a low setting but this recipe said \"combine\" therefore I used a whisk until all was combined.   I needed this for our Easter dinner. Now I need to go to the supermarket to buy a cake. I will cut it in pieces later to see if it tastes any good. I  can't serve it as is. I am not too sure if I should even bother making the icing. This turned out to be an expensive cake re: the guinness beer that no one will drink.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-03-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Tadelsig"},"reviewBody":"OMG, I don't consider myself an experienced baker and am often intimidated by cake recipes, though I have tackled a few. I am also an instant gratification baker and involved, complicated, chemistry like bake goods scare me to death. I just finished this cake! Easy, Perfect and beautiful. Everyone loved it......really raved about it...think I will do another next week for Saint Patrick's day. Novice bakers take note, This cake will wow them.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueSailboat"},"reviewBody":"I am a very seasoned cook, make everything from scratch. Made just as written, cake sunk in middle and icing is like soup.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-08-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"beatrixkiddo"},"reviewBody":"Very good. Moist and rich. I replace half the cocoa powder with dark cocoa power. I didn't use this frosting recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Coryskitchen"},"reviewBody":"Easy and delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-03-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"josie66"},"reviewBody":"My husband has been making this for 3-4 years thanks to Nigella Lawson! Her recipe was talked about on NPR and he tracked down the recipe. Love it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-11-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"AmericanDutchess"},"reviewBody":"Cake was so good and stayed moist for days.  Easy and quick recipe.  Frosting tasted a little dull on its own (not sweet), but was perfect once on top of the cake.  Hubby loved this and will be made again in our house!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"74724","romance_copy_dek":"Need a St. Patty\u2019s Day dessert? 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When a recipe doesn't get more specific than \"baking cocoa,\" you should use regular cocoa powder, not <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/dutch-process-cocoa\/\">Dutch-processed cocoa<\/a>, because it interacts with leavening ingredients differently. If you need to stock up on cocoa powder for this chocolate Guinness cake, check out our Test Kitchen's picks for the <a href=\" https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-cocoa-powder\/\">best cocoa powder<\/a>. Here's more about the different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/are-you-using-the-right-types-of-chocolate-for-baking\/\">types of chocolate for baking<\/a>. <h3>What do you serve with chocolate Guinness cake?<\/h3>Since this chocolate Guinness cake recipe only calls for 1 cup of Guinness, you'll likely have leftover beer. Serve it with the cake! If you end up having extra cans or bottles on hand, put them to use in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/guinness-float\/\">Guinness floats<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/skillet-stout-brownies\/\">skillet stout brownies<\/a> or one of our other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/guinness-recipes\/\">Guinness recipes<\/a>. <h3>How do you store chocolate Guinness cake?<\/h3>The chocolate Guinness cake should be stored in the refrigerator because it has cream cheese in the frosting. Use a cake dome to keep the frosting neat. When you're ready to serve, take it out of the fridge up to 2 hours in advance to let it reach room temperature. 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When a recipe doesn't get more specific than \"baking cocoa,\" you should use regular cocoa powder, not <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/dutch-process-cocoa\/\">Dutch-processed cocoa<\/a>, because it interacts with leavening ingredients differently. If you need to stock up on cocoa powder for this chocolate Guinness cake, check out our Test Kitchen's picks for the <a href=\" https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-cocoa-powder\/\">best cocoa powder<\/a>. Here's more about the different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/are-you-using-the-right-types-of-chocolate-for-baking\/\">types of chocolate for baking<\/a>. <h3>What do you serve with chocolate Guinness cake?<\/h3>Since this chocolate Guinness cake recipe only calls for 1 cup of Guinness, you'll likely have leftover beer. Serve it with the cake! 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