Best 3 Chocolate Stout Layer Cake Recipes

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Chocolate Stout Layer Cake, a decadent masterpiece that elevates the classic chocolate cake to new heights. This extraordinary creation combines the rich, robust flavors of stout beer with the velvety smoothness of chocolate, resulting in a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave you spellbound.

The journey begins with our meticulously crafted Chocolate Stout Cake Layers, a harmonious blend of stout beer, cocoa powder, and a touch of coffee, culminating in a moist, flavorful foundation for this culinary delight. These layers are then generously slathered with our luscious Chocolate Stout Ganache, a silky smooth concoction of stout beer, heavy cream, and semisweet chocolate, creating a luscious, velvety embrace that complements the cake perfectly.

For an added layer of indulgence, we introduce our Chocolate Stout Buttercream Frosting, a heavenly combination of stout beer, butter, confectioners' sugar, and a hint of vanilla, resulting in a light, fluffy frosting that adds a touch of sweetness and a hint of hoppy bitterness to balance the richness of the cake.

To elevate this masterpiece even further, we present our Chocolate Stout Sauce, a rich, decadent sauce made from stout beer, heavy cream, cocoa powder, and a touch of sugar, resulting in a luscious drizzle that enhances the chocolate experience with every bite.

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure like no other as you delve into the detailed recipes provided within this article. Each step is meticulously explained, ensuring that even novice bakers can recreate this masterpiece with ease. Immerse yourself in the world of chocolate and stout, and prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this extraordinary creation.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MALTED CHOCOLATE & STOUT LAYER CAKE

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If you want a dessert that will take the cake at a St. Patrick's Day celebration, look no further! The rich chocolate cake is incredibly moist and has a nice malt flavor that's perfectly complemented by the Irish cream frosting. -Jennifer Wayland, Morris Plains, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

2 cups stout beer
1-3/4 cups butter, cubed
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 cup malted milk powder
1 cup baking cocoa
1-1/2 cups sour cream
4 large eggs, room temperature
3-1/2 cups sugar
3-1/2 cups cake flour
2-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup Irish cream liqueur
6 large egg yolks, beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups butter, softened
1/2 cup malted milk powder
Chopped malted milk balls, optional

Steps:

Grease and flour three 9-in. round baking pans; set aside., In a large saucepan, combine beer, butter and chocolate. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until butter and chocolate are melted. Remove from heat; whisk in milk powder and cocoa. Transfer to a large bowl. Let stand 15 minutes. , Preheat oven to 350°. Add sour cream and eggs to chocolate mixture; beat until well blended. Combine sugar, flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into chocolate mixture until blended. Pour batter into prepared pans., Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 32-36 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large heavy saucepan, bring sugar and liqueur to a gentle boil over medium heat; cook until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat. Add a small amount of hot mixture to egg yolks; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Cook until mixture thickens, about 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Cool to room temperature., In a large bowl with a whisk attachment, cream butter until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Gradually beat in sugar mixture. Add milk powder; beat until fluffy, about 5 minutes. If necessary, refrigerate until frosting reaches spreading consistency., Place bottom cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 2/3 cup frosting. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. If desired, top with chopped malted milk balls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 821 calories, Fat 48g fat (29g saturated fat), Cholesterol 220mg cholesterol, Sodium 760mg sodium, Carbohydrate 90g carbohydrate (64g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

TALL, DARK AND STOUT CHOCOLATE LAYER CAKE

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Rich layers of chocolate cake, combined with stout beer and caramel make for an extra-dreamy dessert indulgence.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
1 1/4 cups stout beer
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
12 oz semisweet baking chocolate, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/2 cup butter
6 tablespoons caramel topping

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease bottoms only of three 9- or 8-inch round cake pans. Make cake batter as directed on box, using cake mix, beer, the oil and eggs. Pour about 1 1/2 cups batter into each pan.
Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans. Cool completely.
Meanwhile, for frosting, place chocolate in medium mixing bowl. In 2-quart saucepan, heat whipping cream and butter to just boiling over medium heat. Pour cream mixture over chocolate; stir with whisk until melted and smooth. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour; stir. Refrigerate about 1 to 1 1/2 hours more or until spreading consistency.
Place 1 cake layer on serving plate. Frost top of layer with 1 cup of the frosting. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons caramel topping. Top with another cake layer, 1 cup of the frosting and remaining 3 tablespoons caramel topping. Top with remaining cake layer and frosting. Garnish with chunks of chocolate covered caramels with sea salt, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHOCOLATE-STOUT LAYER CAKE

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Dark chocolate layer cake is all grown-up thanks to a bottle of your favorite stout beer.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ dark chocolate cake mix
1 bottle (12 oz) stout beer
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
5 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottoms and sides of 2 (8-inch) round cake pans with shortening or cooking spray. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the beer for frosting; cover and set aside.
In large bowl, beat cake mix, oil, eggs and remaining beer with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally until smooth. Pour into pans.
Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
In large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla and reserved 2 tablespoons beer with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, until frosting is smooth and spreadable.
Cut each cake horizontally in half to make 2 layers. Place 1 layer, cut side up, on serving plate; spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Repeat twice. Place last cake layer, cut side down, on top; spread with 1/2 cup frosting. Frost side of cake with remaining frosting. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Tips:

Mise en Place: Before you start baking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients and equipment. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you don't miss anything.
Use High-Quality Ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your cake will taste. Look for high-quality chocolate, stout beer, and other ingredients.
Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the Cake Properly: Make sure that the oven is preheated before you put the cake in. Bake the cake for the amount of time specified in the recipe. Don't overbake the cake, or it will be dry.
Let the Cake Cool Completely: Before you frost the cake, let it cool completely. This will help the frosting to set properly.
Use a Good Quality Frosting: The frosting is what really makes this cake special. Use a good quality frosting recipe, or use a store-bought frosting that you like.
Decorate the Cake Creatively: Have fun decorating the cake! You can use chocolate chips, sprinkles, or other decorations to make the cake look festive.

Conclusion:

This chocolate stout layer cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the stout beer adds a unique and delicious twist. The frosting is rich and creamy, and it perfectly complements the cake. If you are looking for a special dessert to impress your friends and family, this chocolate stout layer cake is the perfect choice.