Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Guinness beer (use any type available in supermarkets)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- For frosting: 1 cup powdered sugar, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 2-3 tbsp Guinness beer, 1 tsp vanilla extract
Preparation Time:
- Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar and vegetable oil. Add eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
- Pour the Guinness beer into the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into cupcake liners filled about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- For frosting, mix powdered sugar, butter, Guinness beer, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Frost the cupcakes and serve.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 cupcakes)
Calories: Approximately 350 calories per cupcake (without frosting)
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 4g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of Guinness beer with cupcakes and frosting.
- Creamy and rich frosting complements the slightly bitter taste of Guinness beer.
- Ideal for those who enjoy both sweet and savory flavors.
User Comments:
- "The combination of Guinness and cupcakes was unexpected but pleasant."
- "The frosting was especially good, brought out the flavor of Guinness."
- "Cupcakes were moist and had a nice balance of flavors."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the amount of Guinness in the frosting according to taste preference. Start with smaller amounts and add more if desired.
