Irish Cream Chocolate Cake
Irish Cream Chocolate Cake is a decadent treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the smoothness of Irish cream liqueur. This moist, layered cake is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply indulging at home. Each slice offers a delightful balance of sweetness and creaminess, ensuring everyone keeps coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 cup Irish cream liqueur
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and mix in melted butter and Irish cream until smooth. Combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Frost cooled cake layers generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg