Best 20 Whiskey Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of our whiskey cake, a classic dessert elevated with the smooth, smoky notes of whiskey. This delightful cake is a symphony of textures, boasting a tender, moist crumb infused with the warmth of whiskey and a luscious caramel sauce that adds a touch of sweetness and decadence. With three variations to choose from, including a gluten-free option, this recipe caters to diverse dietary needs and preferences. Whether you prefer the classic whiskey cake, a boozy glaze, or a gluten-free version, each bite promises an unforgettable taste experience. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds tantalized.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

PENNY'S WHISKEY CAKE



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Although most of the alcohol cooks out of this cake, there's still a distinct whiskey flavor.

Provided by Penny

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped walnuts
1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (5 ounce) package instant French vanilla pudding mix
½ cup cold water
½ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
½ cup whiskey
½ cup butter
¼ cup water
1 cup white sugar
½ cup whiskey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan or tube cake pan. Sprinkle the walnuts evenly in the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Place the cake mix, pudding mix, 1/2 cup water, vegetable oil, eggs, and 1/2 cup whiskey into a mixing bowl, and beat until well blended with an electric mixer, about 2 minutes. Pour the batter over the nuts in the pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cake is set and the top springs back when pushed slightly, about 1 hour. When the cake is completely cool, run a paring knife between the cake and the edge of the pan. Hold the cake pan on its side and gently tap the sides of the pan against the counter to loosen it. Cover the cake pan with a plate or cooling rack, and invert it to tip the cake out of the pan and onto the plate. Poke holes all over the top of the cake with a toothpick.
  • To make glaze, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat, then pour in 1/4 cup water and the sugar. Stir the mixture together until smooth, and bring to a boil over medium-low heat; boil for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup whiskey. Let the mixture cool about 10 minutes, then pour the warm glaze over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes in the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.6 calories, Carbohydrate 62.6 g, Cholesterol 83.2 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 529.6 mg, Sugar 44.5 g

OLD-FASHIONED WHISKEY CAKE



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This came from my sister's mother-in-law many, many years ago and has been handed down over the years. It's not only a great dessert, it also makes a wonderful gift at Christmastime.

Provided by Cookin Katie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding
4 eggs
1/2 cup oil
1 cup whole milk or 1 cup 2% low-fat milk
1 1/2 fluid ounces whiskey
1 cup pecans or 1 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup whiskey

Steps:

  • CAKE: Combine all ingredients and mix for 3 minutes by hand.
  • Pour into well-greased bundt pan and bake for 50-60 minutes at 350 degrees.
  • Toothpick should come out clean.
  • ICING:.
  • Cook on stovetop on med.
  • heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is brown.
  • Leave cake in pan and using a toothpick, poke several holes into cake.
  • Pour 3/4 of icing onto cake.
  • Let set 15 minutes.
  • Flip cake onto plate.
  • Brush remaining icing onto top& sides of cake.

BOOZY IRISH WHISKEY CAKE



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Caution: this Irish whiskey cake will get you tipsy. Adults only!

Provided by Deepseer

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
1 (18.5 ounce) package yellow cake mix
2 (3.9 ounce) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
1 cup chopped walnuts, divided
1 cup Irish whiskey, divided
½ cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
½ cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease 6 mini loaf pans with cooking spray.
  • Combine cake mix, pudding mixes, and 1/2 cup walnuts in a large bowl.
  • Whisk 1/2 cup Irish whiskey, milk, and oil together in a separate bowl. Whisk in eggs. Pour over cake mixture and stir until blended. Divide batter among the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in brown sugar. Add remaining walnuts, 1 tablespoon whiskey, and water. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until smooth, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in remaining whiskey.
  • Cool cakes for 5 minutes before inverting a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Use a toothpick to poke small holes across the tops. Pour whiskey topping over cakes and leave to soak in as they cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.5 calories, Carbohydrate 71.2 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 639.8 mg, Sugar 51.4 g

RAWHIDE'S WHISKEY CAKE



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For several years, our neighbor gave us a moist, whiskey-flavored cake. I've tweaked the recipe, and now my friends want this cake instead of platters of homemade cookies. Fair warning: This cake takes three days to make, but it is very easy to prepare. -Cindy Worth, Lapwai, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package spice cake mix with pudding (regular size)
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
3/4 cup 2% milk
3/4 cup whiskey
1/2 cup canola oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/3 cups coarsely chopped walnuts, divided
GLAZE:
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup whiskey
1 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°. Grease and flour a 10-in. tube pan., Combine the first 6 ingredients; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes; fold in 1 cup nuts. Pour batter into prepared pan; sprinkle with remaining nuts. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 60-65 minutes. Cool in pan., For glaze, mix all ingredients in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes. Cool 3 minutes. Pour one-third of glaze over top of cake, allowing some to flow over sides. Let stand 1 hour. Remove from pan to cool completely; cover., The next day, reheat glaze; brush half over cake, cooling before covering. Repeat the following day, using remaining glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHOCOLATE WHISKEY CAKE



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This recipe came to The Times from Marti Buckley Kilpatrick, who adapted it from Dol Miles, the pastry chef at Frank Stitt's Bottega restaurant in Birmingham, Ala. Ms. Kilpatrick describes the cake as an ugly frog of a confection, but promises that anyone willing to bet a kiss on its excellence would be amply rewarded. The interplay of coffee, black pepper and cloves is subtle but powerful, and results in a deeply flavored, moist confection that comes together quickly. It's just delicious.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     cakes, dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces, more for pan
85 grams unsweetened cocoa powder (about 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons)
1 1/2 cups brewed strong coffee
1/2 cup Irish whiskey
200 grams granulated sugar (about 1 cup)
156 grams light brown sugar (about 1 cup)
240 grams all-purpose flour (about 2 cups)
8 grams baking soda (about 1 1/2 teaspoons)
3 grams fine sea salt (about 3/4 teaspoon)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
Powdered sugar, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees. Butter a 10-inch springform pan. Dust with 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
  • In a medium saucepan over low heat, warm coffee, Irish whiskey, 12 tablespoons butter and remaining cocoa powder, whisking occasionally, until butter is melted. Whisk in sugars until dissolved. Remove from heat and cool completely.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, pepper and cloves. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and vanilla. Slowly whisk egg mixture into chocolate mixture. Add dry ingredients and whisk to combine. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Transfer to oven and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean, 55 to 65 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack, then remove sides of pan. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 498, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 69 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 383 milligrams, Sugar 44 grams, TransFat 1 gram

WHISKEY CAKE I



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This excellent recipe uses cake mix and whiskey to make a very moist and tasty yellow cake.

Provided by Jamie

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Bundt Cake

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (18.25 ounce) package moist white cake mix
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ cup butter
½ cup white sugar
½ cup whiskey

Steps:

  • Mix cake batter as directed on box. Stir in nuts.
  • Bake cake as directed on box in a bundt pan.
  • Before taking cake out of oven, combine butter, sugar, and whiskey. Boil for 5 minutes. Remove syrup from heat, and pour over cake. Continue baking cake for 5 more minutes. Cool in pan for about 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.2 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 310.1 mg, Sugar 31.7 g

IRISH WHISKEY CAKE



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Chock-full of raisins, lemon peel and spices. The light brown sugar and whiskey give this cake a mild butterscotch type of flavor.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 1h40m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups golden raisins
3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
¼ cup whiskey
¾ cup butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar
3 egg yolks
3 egg whites
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Place the raisins, lemon rind, and whiskey in a small bowl and let them soak overnight. Line bottom of an eight-inch square cake pan with parchment paper that is buttered and dusted with flour. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Sift the flour, salt, cloves and baking powder into a bowl and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolks and beat well. Quickly beat in the flour mixture. Stir in the soaked raisins.
  • In a separate clean bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff and fold them into the mixture. Pour this into your prepared pan and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool the cake thoroughly on a wire rack.
  • To make the glaze: Mix the lemon juice with the sifted powdered sugar and just enough whiskey and warm water so that you can drizzle icing over the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.3 calories, Carbohydrate 97.7 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 312.2 mg, Sugar 71.7 g

WHISKEY CAKE RECIPE - (3.9/5)



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Provided by june

Number Of Ingredients 33

DATE CAKE:
1 8-ounce package dried pitted dates, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 cup boiling water
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 jumbo eggs, at room temperature
1 3/4 cup self-rising flour
3 tablespoons sugar in the raw (turbinado sugar)
BOURBON SAUCE:
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar, divided
1 vanilla bean, split
4 jumbo eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons good bourbon
TOFFEE SAUCE:
1 stick unsalted butter
1 pound brown sugar
2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons good bourbon
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
SPICED PECANS:
1 pound pecan halves
2 teaspoons water
3/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
WHIPPED CREAM:
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • CAKE: Heat oven to 350°F. Place dates, baking soda and boiling water in a medium sized bowl. Allow to sit for 15-20 minutes until the dates are softened. Place the date mixture in a food processor for 2 minutes to form a paste. Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter on medium speed for about 1 minute. Add the sugar and continue to cream for 3 minutes longer. Scrape down the sides of the bowl using a rubber spatula. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing in between to fully incorporate each egg. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. With the mixer running on low, add the flour, about 1/2 cup at a time, and mix just until the flour is no longer visible. Remove the bowl from the stand mixer. Add the date paste and gently fold in using a rubber spatula. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray. Sprinkle the turbinado sugar into the baking pan and move the pan around until the sugar coats the bottom and all sides. Pour in the cake batter and bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool at room temperature for 20 minutes. Flip the cake out onto a parchment paper lined tray. Leave at room temperature to cool completely. Wrap the cake in plastic wrap and store at room temperature until ready to use. NOTE: To make self-rising flour, mix together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 tablespoon of baking powder in a medium-sized bowl. Use immediately or store in an airtight container. BOURBON SAUCE: Bring heavy cream, 1/4 cup sugar and vanilla bean to simmer in a small to medium-sized sauce pot. In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and other 1/4 cup sugar together until frothy. While stirring, slowly add about 1/2 of the heavy cream mixture to the eggs. Stir together gently. Pour the egg mixture into the pot of remaining heavy cream. Continue to cook over medium-low heat until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spatula or spoon. Stir in the vanilla extract and bourbon and remove from heat. Pour the mixture through a strainer into a container. Place the container of bourbon sauce in an ice bath until cool. Either use the sauce immediately, or store in the fridge until ready to use. If stored in the fridge, before use, reheat in the microwave at 10 second intervals on 50% power until thinned and slightly lukewarm. TOFFEE SAUCE: Place butter in a heavy bottom sauce pot over medium heat. Once melted, add brown sugar and continue to cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add heavy cream and allow to cook for another 6-7 minutes, still stirring occasionally. Remove pan from heat and stir in bourbon and vanilla. Use sauce immediately or store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat before using. SPICED PECANS: Heat oven to 350°F. Mix water, syrup, salt and both peppers together in a small bowl. Place pecans in a medium-sized bowl. Pour maple syrup mixture over pecans and mix until all are evenly coated. Spread the pecans out on a baking sheet covered with foil. Bake for 12-15 minutes. As soon as the pecans come out of the oven, scrape the pecans off the pan ad break up pecan clumps to prevent from sticking together. Let cool completely. Store in an airtight plastic container at room temperature. WHIPPED CREAM: Using a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, add the heavy cream, sugar and vanilla to the bowl. Beginning at low speed and slowly increasing the speed to high, whip the mixture together until slightly stiff peaks form. ASSEMBLE THE CAKE: Cut the Date Cake into 12 equal pieces. Poke several holes in the top of each piece using a wooden skewer or chopstick. Arrange the cake pieces on a baking sheet covered with nonstick foil. Heat the oven to 500°F. Pour 1/4 cup of Toffee Sauce over each piece of Date Cake. Place toffee soaked cake pieces in the oven for 4-5 minutes, until the Toffee Sauce is bubbling and the cake is warmed throughout. Spoon 1/4 cup of Bourbon Sauce onto 12 individual plates or bowls. Place each piece of warmed cake in the middle of each pool of Bourbon Sauce Finish each piece with a large dollop of Whipped Cream and a sprinkling of Spiced Pecans.

WHISKEY-SOAKED DARK CHOCOLATE BUNDT CAKE



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This recipe is a more sophisticated (and boozier) version of one found in Maida Heatter's "Book of Great Chocolate Desserts." The cake is rich, dense and full of chocolate, with a spicy, peppery, burnt caramel tang.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     snack, cakes, dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, more for greasing pan
2 cups all-purpose flour, more for dusting pan
5 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1/4 cup instant espresso powder
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup bourbon, rye or other whiskey, more for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
Confectioners' sugar, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Grease and flour a 10-cup-capacity Bundt pan (or two 8- or 9-inch loaf pans). Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In microwave oven or double boiler over simmering water, melt chocolate. Let cool.
  • Put espresso and cocoa powders in a 2-cup (or larger) glass measuring cup. Add enough boiling water to come up to the 1 cup measuring line. Mix until powders dissolve. Add whiskey and salt; let cool.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat 1 cup butter until fluffy. Add sugar and beat until well combined. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, beating well between each addition. Beat in the vanilla extract, baking soda and melted chocolate, scraping down sides of bowl with a rubber spatula.
  • On low speed, beat in a third of the whiskey mixture. When liquid is absorbed, beat in 1 cup flour. Repeat additions, ending with whiskey mixture. Scrape batter into prepared pan and smooth top. Bake until a cake tester inserted into center of cake comes out clean, about 1 hour 10 minutes for Bundt pan (loaf pans will take less time, start checking them after 55 minutes).
  • Transfer cake to a rack. Unmold after 15 minutes and sprinkle warm cake with more whiskey. Let cool before serving, garnished with confectioners' sugar if you like.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 440, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 208 milligrams, Sugar 34 grams, TransFat 1 gram

THE BEST WHISKEY CAKE EVER



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My mother would make this cake for the club girls.They would take turns every tuesday night each lady would have a chance to put a spread of their goodies don't get me wrong my mother would put a spread to feed a horse. And my mother would make the best pizza ever that .I still make today for my family .

Provided by maroon7baby

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (4 ounce) package instant pudding mix
3/4 cup oil
5 large eggs
1/2 cup Amaretto or 1/2 cup whiskey
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl beat until creamy cake mix, instant pudding, oil, flavorings,sour cream then pour in greased cake pan angel or bundt pan.
  • put in preheated oven.Bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.5, Fat 22.8, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 93.2, Sodium 453.7, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 27.7, Protein 4.8

CHOCOLATE WHISKEY BUNDT CAKE



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Categories     Cake     Coffee     Chocolate     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Whiskey     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 to 14 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch-process) plus 3 tablespoons for dusting pan
1 1/2 cups brewed coffee
1/2 cup American whiskey
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
Accompaniment: lightly sweetened whipped cream
Garnish: confectioners sugar for dusting
Special Equipment
a 10-inch bundt pan (3 1/4 inches deep; 3-qt capacity)

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 325°F. Butter bundt pan well, then dust with 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, knocking out excess.
  • Heat coffee, whiskey, butter, and remaining cup cocoa powder in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, whisking, until butter is melted. Remove from heat, then add sugar and whisk until dissolved, about 1 minute. Transfer mixture to a large bowl and cool 5 minutes.
  • While chocolate mixture cools, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl. Whisk together eggs and vanilla in a small bowl, then whisk into cooled chocolate mixture until combined well. Add flour mixture and whisk until just combined (batter will be thin and bubbly). Pour batter into bundt pan and bake until a wooden pick or skewer inserted in center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes.
  • Cool cake completely in pan on a rack, about 2 hours. Loosen cake from pan using tip of a dinner knife, then invert rack over pan and turn cake out onto rack.

IRISH WHISKEY CAKE



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Make and share this Irish Whiskey Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Babybuttons

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 CAKE

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1 (3 ounce) box instant vanilla pudding
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 -2 fluid ounce whiskey
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons flour
1 egg
3/4 cup white sugar
1/4 lb butter
1/2-3/4 cup whiskey

Steps:

  • in a bowl combine Pudding and cake mix, milk, egg, and oil beat on medium for 2 minutes.
  • Flour nuts and fold into batter.
  • Bake in a round tube cake pan for 1 hour at 350 degrees.
  • While cake is baking you can make the galze; combine white sugar, butter and whiskey (cook until sugar is melted).
  • When cake is cooled DO NOT REMOVE FROM PAN; pour glaze over it and leave in pan overnight.
  • BE SURE TO TURN CAKE OVER EVERY DAY TO KEEP IT MOIST.

CHOCOLATE GUINNESS® BUNDT® CAKE WITH WHISKEY WHIPPED CREAM



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This eggless cake is rich from butter and buttermilk, with a thin, crisp crust and tender interior. The dark beer and unsweetened cocoa combine for a deep chocolate flavor that isn't too sweet.

Provided by Jill Lightner

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup Irish stout beer (such as Guinness®)
¾ cup buttermilk
½ cup butter, melted and cooled
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
1 tablespoon whiskey

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 10-inch fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®). Fit the bottom with a trimmed sheet of parchment paper and lightly grease the parchment.
  • Whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.
  • Whisk beer, buttermilk, and butter together in a separate, small bowl. Make a well in the dry ingredients and add the wet ingredients all at once. Whisk just until the batter is smooth; pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top gently springs back when touched and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
  • While the cake is still warm, run a thin metal spatula around the sides of the pan to loosen it; leave in the pan to cool for 5 minutes. Gently remove the cake and let cool completely on a rack before removing the sheet of parchment.
  • Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and whiskey together in a small bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks have formed, about 3 minutes. Serve alongside the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.5 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Cholesterol 57.7 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 328.2 mg, Sugar 31.8 g

WHISKEY HOT FUDGE PUDDING CAKE



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I absolutely love boozy desserts! If you're a huge fan as well then this recipe was created specifically for you. This easy-to-make chocolate pudding cake is the ultimate comfort dessert. It's decadent and consists of a layer of whiskey fudge sauce which magically forms underneath the cake while baking. I like to serve mine warm with a scoop of dulce de leche ice cream.

Provided by Lasheeda Perry

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons cake flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
1/3 cup whiskey
1 cup boiling water
Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
Your favorite ice cream, for serving

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the cake flour, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup of cocoa powder, baking powder, salt and cinnamon into a 1.5- to 2-quart round or oval baking dish. Whisk until combined.
  • In a liquid measuring cup, whisk to combine the milk, vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Pour into the baking dish and whisk with the dry ingredients until fully incorporated.
  • For the whiskey hot fudge: In a medium bowl, whisk together the light brown sugar, cocoa powder and chocolate chips. Evenly sprinkle the mixture over the cake batter.
  • In a heatproof liquid measuring cup, stir to combine the whiskey and boiling water, then slowly pour it over the cocoa mixture. Do not stir.
  • Bake until the center is almost set, with a pudding-like texture, 32 to 37 minutes.
  • For serving: Let the cake cool for 15 minutes, then dust with cocoa powder and serve with your favorite ice cream.

WHISKEY CAKE (CAKE MIX)



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Whiskey cake is probably my favorite cake of all time. This is a terrific cake to make for the holidays! The whiskey gives it such a yummy taste and the nuts add a nice touch also. Definitely give this recipe a try! (Note: Cooking time includes cooling!)

Provided by Jamie Lynne

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 ounce) package Duncan Hines yellow cake mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package vanilla pudding mix (unless already in the cake mix)
5 eggs
1/2 cup oil
1 fluid ounce whiskey
1 cup chopped nuts (I prefer walnuts, but whatever floats your boat!)
raisins, if desired (I prefer without)
1/4 lb butter, melted
1/2 cup whiskey
3/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Cake: Mix cake ingredients; beat 5 minutes.
  • Bake at 350 degrees in tube pan for 1 hour.
  • Glaze: Mix glaze ingredients and cook in a saucepan over low heat until mixture comes to a boil.
  • When cake is removed from the oven, pour glaze over cake slowly, then leave in pan for 2 hours.

WHISKEY-SOAKED DARK CHOCOLATE BUNDT CAKE



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I came upon this in a roundabout manner. A post on Elise.com which led me to a Melissa Clark article in the Times and the discovery of why this recipe sounded so familiar--it's an updated version of a Maida Heater recipe from my youth. I use bourbon (Maker's Mark), Ms. Clark uses whiskey; I suspect that one is as good as the other -- and the bourbon version is a knockout! You can also play around and make this in smaller molds. A dollop of barely sweetened whipped cream, some 10x, a sprig of fresh mint, a little pool of rasberry coulis...various forms of heaven on a pretty plate.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup unsalted butter, softened, more for greasing pan
2 cups all-purpose flour, more for dusting pan
5 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1/4 cup instant espresso powder
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup Bourbon, more for sprinkling or 1 cup other whiskey
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
confectioners' sugar, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Grease and flour a 10-cup-capacity Bundt pan (or two 8- or 9-inch loaf pans). Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In microwave oven or double boiler over simmering water, melt chocolate. Let cool.
  • Put espresso and cocoa powders in a 2-cup (or larger) glass measuring cup. Add enough boiling water to come up to the 1 cup measuring line. Mix until powders dissolve. Add whiskey and salt; let cool.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat 1 cup butter until fluffy. Add sugar and beat until well combined. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, beating well between each addition. Beat in the vanilla extract, baking soda and melted chocolate, scraping down sides of bowl with a rubber spatula.
  • On low speed, beat in a third of the whiskey mixture. When liquid is absorbed, beat in 1 cup flour. Repeat additions, ending with whiskey mixture. Scrape batter into prepared pan and smooth top. Bake until a cake tester inserted into center of cake comes out clean, about 1 hour 10 minutes for Bundt pan (loaf pans will take less time, start checking them after 55 minutes).
  • Transfer cake to a rack. Unmold after 15 minutes and sprinkle warm cake with more whiskey. Let cool before serving, garnished with confectioners' sugar if you like.

LEMON-WHISKEY BUNDT CAKE



Lemon-Whiskey Bundt Cake image

Categories     Cake     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Lemon     Pecan     Whiskey     Winter     Shower     Party     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 18.5-ounce package yellow cake mix
1 3.4-ounce package instant lemon pudding mix
4 large eggs
1 cup milk (do not use low-fat or nonfat)
3/4 cup whiskey
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1 cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons all purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously butter 10- to 12-cup Bundt pan; dust with flour.
  • Stir cake mix and pudding mix in large bowl to blend. Beat in eggs, then milk, 1/4 cup whiskey, oil and lemon peel. Mix nuts with flour in small bowl; mix into batter. Transfer to prepared pan.
  • Bake cake until tester inserted near center comes out clean, about 50 minutes. Set pan with cake on rack while preparing glaze.
  • Stir sugar, butter and remaining 1/2 cup whiskey in heavy small saucepan over medium-low heat until butter melts, sugar dissolves and syrup bubbles, about 5 minutes. Spoon hot syrup over cake. Cool cake completely in pan. Turn cake out of pan. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and store airtight at room temperature.)

BITTERSWEET CHOCOLATE IRISH WHISKEY CAKE



Bittersweet Chocolate Irish Whiskey Cake image

Provided by Tamasin Day-Lewis

Categories     Mixer     Chocolate     Egg     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Almond     Whiskey     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey
6 ounces bittersweet (70% cocoa) chocolate (such as Scharffen Berger or Lindt), chopped
2 teaspoons instant espresso powder dissolved in 6 tablespoons hot water
1/3 cup blanched almonds (about 2 ounces), lightly toasted
6 tablespoons all purpose flour, divided
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, divided
7 tablespoons vanilla sugar , divided
3 large eggs, separated
Pinch of fine sea salt
2 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350°F. Butter and flour 8-inch-diameter springform pan.
  • Boil 1/2 cup whiskey in small saucepan until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 2 minutes. Combine bittersweet chocolate, espresso powder mixture, and 1/4 cup boiled whiskey in small metal bowl. Place bowl over saucepan of simmering water; stir until mixture is smooth. Remove bowl from over water. Finely grind almonds with 2 tablespoons flour in processor.
  • Using electric mixer, beat 1/2 cup butter and 6 tablespoons vanilla sugar in medium bowl until fluffy. Beat in egg yolks 1 at a time, then sea salt. Fold in chocolate mixture, then ground almond mixture. Using clean dry beaters, beat egg whites in another bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Fold whites into batter alternately with remaining 4 tablespoons flour in 3 additions. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
  • Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool in pan on rack 30 minutes. Remove pan sides and cool cake completely.
  • Combine semisweet chocolate and remaining 2 tablespoons whiskey in small metal bowl. Place bowl over saucepan of simmering water and stir until smooth. Remove bowl from over water. Add remaining 1/4 cup butter to chocolate mixture, 1 small piece at a time, whisking until each piece is melted before adding next. Place bowl over larger bowl of ice water. Using electric mixer, beat icing until thickened to spreadable consistency, about 1 minute. Spread icing over top and sides of cake. DO AHEAD Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover with cake dome and let stand at room temperature.

BOOZY IRISH WHISKEY CAKE



Boozy Irish Whiskey Cake image

This recipe is from my "Common Market - Ireland" cookbook. This is a yummy sultana (raisin) cake with a slight orange flavor. This cake is best when eaten right after it cools. Prep time includes the 2 hours for soaking the orange peel.

Provided by Dee514

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h5m

Yield 1 7inch cake

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons Irish whiskey
1 orange rind, from
6 ounces sultanas (or yellow raisins)
6 ounces butter
6 ounces sugar
3 eggs
8 ounces plain flour (all-purpose)
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Put the whiskey into a small bowl.
  • Peel the orange and soak the peel in the whiskey for a few (2) hours; then discard the orange peel.
  • Add the sultanas to the whiskey, and let them soak while preparing the cake.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, with a teaspoon of flour for each egg, beating well between each addition.
  • Sift remaining flour, salt and baking powder together, and fold into the egg mixture.
  • Fold in the whiskey and sultanas.
  • Line a greased 7-inch round cake tin with greased paper.
  • Put in the mixture and bake in a moderate (350°F) oven for about 30-45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out dry.
  • Cool on wire rack.
  • Serve as soon as its cooled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3502.3, Fat 155.2, SaturatedFat 92.7, Cholesterol 923.7, Sodium 1972.4, Carbohydrate 480.7, Fiber 12.9, Sugar 271.8, Protein 49.5

WHISKEY CAKE



Whiskey Cake image

Although most of the alcohol cooks out of the cake, it still has a distinct whiskey flavor.

Provided by Penny R

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 c chopped walnuts or pecans
1 box yellow cake mix
1 box large instant vanilla pudding
1/2 c cold water
1/2 c vegetable oil
4 eggs
1/2 c whiskey, i've used crown royal, southern comfort and jack daniels with success
1 stick butter, softened
1/4 c water
1 c granulated sugar
1/2 c whiskey

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour 12 inch bundt or 10 inch tube pan.
  • 2. Place chopped nuts in bottom of pan. In mixing bowl, blend cake mix, instant pudding, water, oil, eggs and 1/2 cup whiskey. Beat for 2 minutes.
  • 3. Pour batter over nuts. Bake approximately 1 hour or until cake top springs back when lightly touched.
  • 4. Let cool and invert onto serving dish, pricking the top of the cake with a toothpick. While cake is cooling, prepare glaze.
  • 5. Mix butter, water and sugar together in saucepan. Boil 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add the other 1/2 cup whiskey. Pour glaze slowly over cake, allowing glaze to absorb into cake.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality whiskey. The flavor of the whiskey will be imparted to the cake, so it's important to use a whiskey that you enjoy drinking.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will develop the gluten in the flour, which will make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking the cake will dry it out.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • This cake can be made ahead of time. Bake the cake and let it cool completely. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, let the cake come to room temperature and then frost it.

Conclusion:

Whiskey cake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your cake sweet, sour, or somewhere in between, there's a whiskey cake recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to impress your friends and family, give whiskey cake a try.

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