Bittersweet Chocolate Irish Whiskey Cake
Irish whiskey is a key ingredient in this cake, adding a unique flavor and richness to the chocolate.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 120 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Bittersweet Chocolate Irish Whiskey Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a heatproof bowl, melt the bittersweet chocolate and butter together over a pot of simmering water.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and eggs until well combined.
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Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the sugar and eggs, whisking continuously.
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In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the chocolate mixture, stirring until just combined.
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Stir in the Irish whiskey and vanilla extract.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
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In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the whipping cream until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks form.
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Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cake and garnish with shaved chocolate.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 35g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
