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Bailey's Irish Cream Cake: A Decadent Dessert Recipe!

A rich and decadent cake infused with the delightful flavor of Bailey's Irish Cream, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Bailey's Irish Cream
  • 1 cup hot water
For the frosting:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup Bailey's Irish Cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder optional, for chocolate frosting

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.
  3. In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  4. Stir in the Bailey's Irish Cream and hot water until the batter is smooth.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined. Add the Bailey's Irish Cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. If desired, add cocoa powder for a chocolate frosting.
  8. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  9. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half of the butter in the frosting with Greek yogurt.
  • For a fun twist, add chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture and flavor.

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