Description
Guinness Chocolate Cupcakes are the ultimate indulgence, blending rich chocolate with the deep, malty notes of Guinness beer. These moist, decadent treats are topped with creamy frosting, making them perfect for any celebration or simply a delightful treat at home. With a straightforward recipe that even novice bakers can master, these cupcakes promise to impress your guests and elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup Guinness beer (stout)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened, for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix the Guinness, granulated sugar, brown sugar until dissolved. Add eggs, oil, vanilla extract, and sour cream; mix until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not over-mix.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg