Irish Whiskey Cake Recipe
This Irish Whiskey Cake Recipe brings authentic Irish flavors to your kitchen. The rich, moist cake combines premium Irish whiskey with traditional baking techniques.
Equipment
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Electric mixer
- Large mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wire cooling rack
- Rubber spatula
- Sifter or fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup Irish whiskey
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Irish whiskey
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour your cake pan thoroughly.
- Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well.
- Mix in vanilla extract and whiskey carefully.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk slowly.
- Pour batter into prepared pan evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes completely.
- Turn out onto wire rack to cool.
- Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth and glossy.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled cake generously.
Notes
- Use quality Irish whiskey The whiskey flavor is essential, so choose a good brand for the best results.
- Don't overmix the batter Mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cake tender.
- Room temperature ingredients Ensure eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Test for doneness Insert a toothpick in the center; it should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
- Glaze while warm Apply the whiskey glaze while the cake is slightly warm for better absorption.