Guinness Porter Cake (Zwt Three)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Delicious Guinness Porter Cake (Zwt Three) recipe for your dessert table
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb all-purpose flour
8 ounces raisins or 8 ounces currants
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sugar
1 cup butter , softened Irish Butter
3 eggs
4 ounces mixed peel ( the type for fruitcake )
1 lb mixed dried fruit
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 ounces almonds , finely chopped
1 cup Guinness stout

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
556
Sugar
53g
Fat
21g
Guinness Porter Cake is a traditional dessert that originated in Ireland, and is often served during holidays like Christmas. The cake is made using Guinness stout, which gives it a unique flavor and tender texture. It is typically enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee. The recipe combines dried fruits, nuts, and allspice to create a rich and flavorful cake that is perfect for a special occasion or afternoon tea.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).
2.Grease a deep 8 inch cake pan with butter.
3.In a bowl, sift together flour and baking soda.
4.In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5.Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in mixed peel and dried fruit.
6.Add flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with Guinness, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
7.Stir in nuts and allspice.
8.Pour batter into the prepared pan.
9.Bake for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
10.Allow cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

PROS

The Guinness Porter Cake has a rich, complex flavor due to the use of Guinness stout in the recipe.

The cake is moist and tender, making it a great dessert option for any occasion.

CONS

The cake requires a long baking time and several ingredients, making it a more time-consuming recipe to prepare than some other cakes.

It is also high in sugar and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The dried fruit in the recipe provides some fiber and nutrients, while the allspice has been linked to supporting digestive health and reducing inflammation.

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