Layered Irish Cream Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Decadent Layered Irish Cream Cake
in Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup butter
4 eggs
1/2 cup hot chocolate powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup sugar
1 cup self rising flour
1/4 cup cocoa
3 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream
1/2 cup butter
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup Baileys Irish Cream
1 cup chocolate chips
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon corn syrup

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
515
Sugar
42g
Fat
32g
This Layered Irish Cream Cake is a showstopper dessert that's perfect for holidays or special occasions. The cake is moist, chocolatey, and infused with the delicious flavor of Baileys Irish Cream. The frosting is creamy and decadent, and the drizzle of chocolate on top adds the perfect finishing touch. Although it's not the healthiest cake, it's definitely worth indulging in as an occasional treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
2.In a medium bowl, cream together 1 cup butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla.
4.Beat in ½ cup hot cocoa mix, 1 cup self-rising flour, and ¼ cup cocoa powder.
5.Stir in 3 tablespoons Baileys Irish Cream.
6.Pour half of the batter into each pan and bake for 25 minutes.
7.Cool the cakes completely, then remove from the pans.
8.In a medium bowl, cream ½ cup butter until light and fluffy.
9.Gradually add in 2 cups powdered sugar and ½ cup Baileys Irish Cream.
10.Beat until smooth.
11.Place one cake layer on a platter and spread a layer of the frosting over it.
12.Add the second layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
13.Melt 1 cup chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon milk and 1 tablespoon corn syrup.
14.Drizzle the chocolate mixture over the cake and serve.

PROS

This cake is rich, decadent, and perfect for special occasions.

The Baileys Irish Cream gives it a unique and delicious flavor.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It contains alcohol, so it is not suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The chocolate in this recipe is high in antioxidants, which are beneficial for overall health and may help reduce the risk of certain diseases.

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