Irish Porter (Guinness) Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Irish Porter (Guinness) Cake – A Rich and Tasty Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr 15 min

Ready In

1 hr 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

389

Sugar

37g

Fat

16g

Irish Porter (Guinness) Cake is a traditional dessert in Ireland, often served on St Patrick’s Day or at special occasions like weddings and christenings. This rich and tasty cake has a deep flavor that comes from using stout beer or Guinness in the recipe. The addition of mixed dried fruit gives it a chunky texture and adds natural sweetness to the cake. It’s perfect for an after-dinner dessert or enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee on a lazy afternoon. This recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 180°C / 356°F.
2.	Grease a 20cm / 8-inch round cake tin and line the bottom with baking paper.
3.	In a large bowl, mix together flour, mixed spice, and sugar.
4.	Add softened butter or margarine and mix until well combined.
5.	Gradually beat in eggs one at a time.
6.	Fold in mixed dried fruit.
7.	Pour in Guinness or stout beer and mix until combined.
8.	Pour the cake mixture into the prepared cake tin.
9.	Bake for 1hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
10.	Leave to cool before serving.

PROS

Delicious, rich, and moist cake with the distinct flavor of Guinness or stout beer.

Quick and easy to prepare, with minimal ingredients.

Perfect for an after-dinner dessert, especially on St Patrick’s Day.

CONS

This cake contains a lot of sugar, which makes it high in calories and not ideal for those with diabetes or trying to lose weight.

The recipe calls for stout beer or Guinness, which may not be suitable for those who don’t consume alcohol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Guinness or stout beer contains antioxidants that may help lower the risk of heart disease.
Mixed dried fruit is a good source of fiber and vitamins.

	2 cups self raising flour
	2 cups mixed dried fruit
	1 cup brown sugar
	1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
	1/2 teaspoon mixed spice
	2 large eggs
	2 cups Guinness stout or 2 cups stout beer