Chocolate Guinness-Free Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
A rich, moist chocolate cake that delivers all the deep flavor of a stout cake without any alcohol. Topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting, it's a decadent dessert perfect for any celebration.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-process preferred
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee cooled, or water
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese softened, for frosting
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened, for frosting
- 3 cups powdered sugar sifted, for frosting
Notes
Storage: Cover the cake and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving for best texture. Make-Ahead: Bake the cake layers up to 2 days in advance; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store at room temperature. Frosting can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before using. Variations: Add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture. For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese and butter substitutes in the frosting. Serve with fresh berries or a dusting of cocoa powder for an elegant presentation.