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Perfect Guinness Chocolate Bundt Cake Recipe Easy Homemade with Cream Cheese Frosting

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A moist and decadent chocolate bundt cake made with Guinness stout and topped with a silky smooth cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations or casual treats, this cake offers a rich maltiness balanced by tangy frosting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (8 fl oz / 240 ml) Guinness stout (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks / 8 oz / 225 g) unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 3/4 cup (about 3 oz / 75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 cups (14 oz / 400 g) granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 cups (8.75 oz / 250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick / 4 oz / 115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups (12 oz / 360 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your bundt pan generously with butter or baking spray and lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the Guinness and butter. Stir until the butter melts completely. Remove from heat and whisk in the cocoa powder until smooth. Let warm but not boil, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  4. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs with the vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the Guinness mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Then fold in the egg mixture gently. Do not overmix.
  6. Transfer the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Tap gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes. Start checking at 50 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack. Allow it to cool completely before frosting.
  9. To prepare the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until fluffy. Mix in the vanilla and a pinch of salt.
  10. Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Optionally chill the frosting for 10 minutes before applying if your kitchen is warm.

Notes

Grease and flour the bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Let the cake cool completely before frosting to avoid melting. The cake tastes better the next day as flavors meld. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use coconut cream cheese and vegan butter. Guinness can be replaced with dark stout or strong brewed coffee for alcohol-free version.

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Keywords: Guinness chocolate cake, bundt cake, cream cheese frosting, easy chocolate cake, moist chocolate cake, Irish stout cake, celebration cake

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