Mason Cash Chocolate Cake With Guinness Stout Recipe

Rich, indulgent, and full of flavour, this cake is a real treat and perfect for anyone who loves Guinness, especially Dad! Baked in timeless Mason Cash style, this moist chocolate cake is laced with Guinness for depth and richness, then topped with a velvety cream cheese frosting. Ideal for Father’s Day or any occasion that calls for something a little special.

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C/Gas Mark 3.
2. Grease and line both 8" cake tins.
3. Gently melt the butter in a small saucepan over a low heat, then set aside to cool slightly.
4. Pour the melted butter into a large bowl and add the buttermilk, eggs, sugars, Guinness, and cocoa powder.
5. Whisk together until the mixture is well combined.
6. Sift the plain flour into the bowl then add the bicarbonate of soda and whisk until you have a smooth batter.
7. Pour the mixture evenly into the cake tins and bake for 25 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
8. Time to make the frosting: Cube the butter and place it into a large bowl. Beat or whisk until smooth and creamy.
9. Gradually add the icing sugar in stages and mix until there are no lumps.
10. Add the vanilla and cream cheese and mix well, scraping around the bowl to ensure all the mixture is fully incorporated. Set aside.
11. Once the cakes are baked, leave them in their tins for about 15 minutes, then remove and place on a wire rack to cool.
12. When the cakes have cooled completely, place the flatest cake layer upside down onto a serving plate or cake board. Spread half of the cream cheese frosting on top, then place the other cake layer, peak up, on top.
13. Spread the remaining frosting on top evenly and garnish with the grated chocolate of your choice.
14. Put your feet up and enjoy!

Recipe by @veggiefoodjoe

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