17/3/12- Happy Paddys Day!

Happy Paddy's Day!
(I know, it was two days ago- but we were too busy celebrating for me to post!)

I made these cupcakes in celebration of the day, and I have to tell you that they turned out amazing. I think using Guinness in the cake allows the cakes to stay moist, and you really can't taste it (just in case you are not a fan). I highly suggest giving these a try next year, or for any old reason.

100% positive feedback from all that I gifted these to, and I think I will make them again next year. 

We had a fantastic Paddy's day. Its not about green beer or leprechauns as the day has become in North America. We are lucky to celebrate with a fantastic group of Irish lads and lassies, and plenty of Guinness was consumed. 

Measuring out the Guinness in my matryoshka doll measuring cup

Lovely, chocolatey, Guinness cakes

A bit of Baileys in the icing...

And whiskey in the chocolate ganache

Finished product!

Chocolate ganache in the centre 

Happy Paddys Day!

4 comments:

  1. These cup cakes look and sound delicious, I'm going to try them out this week, I'll let you know how they turn out

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  2. Those look so delicious! I love baking with alcohol, it give an extra little excitement to it. Also those little cupcake signs are so cute! Sounds like you had a great St. Patrick's Day.

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  3. Yum! Those look absolutely delicious! I'll definitely have to try them next year.

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  4. Mmm... I love Guinness cake! So rich and dense.

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