Chocolate Guinness cake

Chocolate Guinness cake is a rich and decadent dessert that's popular in England. The Guinness beer gives the cake a unique flavor and texture that pairs perfectly with the chocolate. Here's a recipe for you to try at home:

Ingredients:

1. 1 cup Guinness beer
2. 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
3. 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
4. 2 cups all-purpose flour
5. 2 cups granulated sugar
6. 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
7. 3/4 teaspoon salt
8. 2 large eggs
9. 2/3 cup sour cream

For the frosting:

1. 8 oz cream cheese, softened
2. 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
3. 4 cups powdered sugar
4. 1/4 cup Guinness beer

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2. In a small saucepan, bring the Guinness and butter to a simmer over medium heat.
3. Add the cocoa powder and whisk until the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
5. Add the cooled Guinness mixture to the bowl and whisk until the batter is smooth.
6. Beat in the eggs and sour cream until fully combined.
7. Pour the batter into the greased cake pan.
8. Bake the cake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

For the frosting:

1. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy.
2. Add the powdered sugar and beat until fully combined.
3. Mix in the Guinness beer until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
4. Frost the cooled cake with the cream cheese frosting.

You can serve the cake as is or decorate it with chocolate shavings, additional Guinness beer, or whipped cream. Enjoy your delicious and unique chocolate Guinness cake!