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Guinness Cupcakes with Guinness Frosting

Guinness cupcakes with Guinness frosting are a delightful treat for anyone who enjoys the rich and robust flavor of the famous Irish stout. These decadent cupcakes are a perfect combination of moist, chocolatey cake and creamy, flavorful frosting, making them a favorite for St. Patrick's Day celebrations or any occasion that calls for a special indulgence. Whether you're a fan of Guinness beer or just love a good cupcake, these treats are sure to impress with their unique and delicious taste.

Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr

Total Time:

1 hr 45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

24 cupcakes

Ingredients

1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle Irish stout beer (such as Guinness®)

½ cup milk

½ cup vegetable oil

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

3 large eggs

¾ cup sour cream

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

2 cups white sugar

¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 ½ teaspoons baking soda

¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, or more to taste

¼ cup Irish stout beer (such as Guinness®)

½ cup butter, softened

½ cup cream cheese, softened

2 ½ cups sifted confectioners' sugar, or more as needed

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 12-cup muffin tins or line cups with paper liners.

Step 2

Whisk stout beer, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until evenly blended. Beat in eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in sour cream. Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking soda in a separate bowl. Gradually mix the flour mixture ingredients into the beer mixture.

Step 3

Spoon cupcake batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each 3/4 full.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven until cupcakes are risen and set in the middle but still soft and tender, about 25 minutes. Cool in the tins, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, about 1 hour.

Step 5

Whisk cocoa powder and stout beer together in a bowl. Beat in butter and cream cheese using an electric mixer until well combined. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar, 1 cup at a time, until frosting has desired sweetness. Spread or pipe frosting onto cooked cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

298

Calories

13g

Fat

43g

Carbs

Protein

Complement

The deep, malty flavor of Guinness beer adds a unique twist to traditional chocolate cupcakes, giving them a rich and complex taste that sets them apart from other desserts. The addition of Guinness to the frosting only enhances the flavor, creating a creamy and slightly tangy frosting that perfectly complements the moist cake. Whether you're baking for a party or just looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, these Guinness cupcakes with Guinness frosting are a must-try for anyone who loves a little bit of Irish flair in their desserts.