A frothy pint of Guinness is a must on St. Patrick's Day (or any other day, if you ask us). But don't stop there! Save some stout for these savory and sweet Guinness recipes.
1/18
Malted Chocolate & Stout Layer Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
If you want a dessert that will take the cake at a St. Patrick's Day celebration, look no further! The rich chocolate cake is incredibly moist and has a nice malt flavor that's perfectly complemented by the Irish cream frosting. —Jennifer Wayland, Morris Plains, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 821 calories, 48g fat (29g saturated fat), 220mg cholesterol, 760mg sodium, 90g carbohydrate (64g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
2/18
Irish Beef Stew
From the Recipe Creator:
Rich and hearty, this Irish beef stew is my husband's favorite. The beef is incredibly tender. Served with crusty bread, it's an ideal cool-weather meal and perfect for any Irish holiday. —Carrie Karleen, St. Nicolas, Quebec
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 301 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 441mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.
3/18
Grampa's Pot Roast
From the Recipe Creator:
Grampa was of German heritage and loved the old-world recipes his mother gave him. I made a few changes so I could prepare this dish in a slow cooker and give it a slightly updated flavor. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 552 calories, 31g fat (12g saturated fat), 127mg cholesterol, 926mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 39g protein.
4/18
Guinness Float
From the Recipe Creator:
That very first sip of a Guinness is what inspired this quick and easy dessert. The rich, creamy foam that gathers on the top of a freshly poured draft made me think of vanilla ice cream. At that point, I knew I had to combine the two in a Guinness float. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 286 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 68mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
5/18
Mushroom and Sweet Potato Potpie
From the Recipe Creator:
The last time I was in the U.S., I had an amazing mushroom and beer potpie at a small brewpub. It was so rich and comforting. I tried numerous versions when I got home and I think I've come pretty close! —Iben Ravn, Copenhagen, Denmark
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 211 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.
6/18
Guinness Chocolate Cake
From the Recipe Creator:
One bite and everyone will propose a toast to this silky-smooth chocolate Guinness cake. The cream cheese frosting reminds me of the foamy head on a perfectly poured pint. —Marjorie Hennig, Seymour, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 497 calories, 22g fat (13g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 298mg sodium, 70g carbohydrate (50g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
7/18
Guinness Corned Beef and Cabbage
From the Recipe Creator:
Passed down through generations, this robust corned beef and cabbage recipe is requested often in our house. The Irish stout adds excellent richness to the corned beef. Just throw the ingredients together in the slow cooker and let them simmer until delicious! —Karin Brodbeck, Red Hook, New York
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked beef with 3/4 cup vegetables (calculated without horseradish): 374 calories, 20 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 104 mg cholesterol, 1256 mg sodium, 25 g carbohydrate (5 g sugars, 4 g fiber), 22 g protein.
8/18
Irish Onion Soup
From the Recipe Creator:
The inspiration behind this recipe came from my father, who owned a restaurant and created the original dish. This version stars contemporary ingredients but still serves the same popular robust flavor. —Theresa Miller, Sault St. Marie, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup soup with 1 slice cheese toast: 347 calories, 21g fat (11g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 1119mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein.
9/18
Beer and Pretzel Caramels
From the Recipe Creator:
Beer and pretzels are a natural combination—mix them with smooth caramel and you have an awesome candy. The guys will go wild over these crunchy, chunky chews. —Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 90 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 91mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.
10/18
Irish Spiced Beef
From the Recipe Creator:
The story goes that my Irish ancestors brought this recipe along when they immigrated to the U.S. Start it at least five days ahead to spice and tenderize the meat; the flavors are worth it. —Mary Shenk, Dekalb, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked beef (calculated without bread, cheese and mustard): 268 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 560mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 40g protein.
11/18
Bratwurst Burgers with Braised Onions
From the Recipe Creator:
This burger is a fun mashup of a bratwurst with onion and peppers, chicken-fried steak and a beef burger. The best of three dishes, bratwurst burgers are guaranteed to be family-pleasing. —Priscilla Yee, Concord, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 burger: 659 calories, 36g fat (13g saturated fat), 145mg cholesterol, 1409mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein.
12/18
Spicy Bavarian Beer Mustard
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a gift that has bite! This spicy beer mustard is great with pretzels or as a condiment for bratwurst. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 tablespoon: 36 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 65mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.
13/18
Stout & Shiitake Pot Roast
From the Recipe Creator:
Mushrooms, onions and a bottle of Guinness add excellent flavor to my pot roast. This one-dish wonder may taste even better the next day. —Madeleine Bessette, Coeur d Alene, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked beef with 1 cup vegetables: 441 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 293mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein.
14/18
Short Rib Tacos
From the Recipe Creator:
Whenever we go to Houston to visit family, we like to track down cabeza—cow’s head, cooked slowly, resulting in extremely tender meat that's excellent in tacos. Cabeza is hard to find in Seattle, so I use short ribs to replicate the texture. I like corn tortillas for these tacos and a quick pico de gallo to add some freshness to the rich, flavorful meat. —Anai Yost, Bothell, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 508 calories, 26g fat (9g saturated fat), 97mg cholesterol, 557mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 37g protein.
15/18
Beer-Braised Roast with Root Vegetables
From the Recipe Creator:
I like the combination of seasoned vegetables and lean meat in this recipe, and my wife likes how the seasonings complement the meat. I serve the roast with a garden salad and crusty multigrain bread. —Malcolm Cieszko, Washington, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
5 ounces cooked beef with 1 cup vegetables and 3/4 cup gravy: 539 calories, 26g fat (9g saturated fat), 147mg cholesterol, 615mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 47g protein.
16/18
Honey Chipotle Ribs
From the Recipe Creator:
Nothing is better than having a sauce with the perfect slather consistency. Here's one that will ensure a lip-smacking feast. Go ahead and make the sauce up to a week ahead for an easier grilling experience. —Caitlin Hawes, Westwood, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 515 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 1674mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (49g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
17/18
Cowboy Chili
From the Recipe Creator:
Toasting the peppers for this cowboy chili releases their earthy flavors. I recommend wearing gloves when handling dried peppers and seeds. —Rachel Sprinkel, Hilo, Hawaii
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 301 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 588mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 8g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable.
18/18
Grilled Beer Brats with Kraut
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this for my son’s 21st birthday bonfire, which included a dozen buddies. The kraut topping flavors are fabulous. —Keeley Weber, Sterling Heights, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 582 calories, 34g fat (11g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1473mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
Guinness Recipes FAQ
What can I cook with Guinness?
Guinness is excellent in slow-cooked soups, stews and braising recipes. The mix of malted, roasted and raw barley, plus hops, in Guinness adds wonderful notes of coffee, toasted nuts and a hint of chocolate and bitterness to these dishes, creating a more complex flavor.
If you’re new to cooking with beer, a good rule of thumb is to use dark, full-bodied beers in rich, hearty dishes and crisp, golden or amber beers in light, delicate dishes. So, stouts, like Guinness, work best in long-cooking meaty stews and lagers, like Harp, are ideal for golden, airy beer-battered fish.
Can you use Guinness in baking?
Guinness is great in Irish baking recipes, especially quick breads and cakes. Some bread and quick bread recipes use beer for lift instead of yeast or baking powder, for a tender crumb. One of my favorite ways to bake with Guinness is in Irish brown bread because the stout pairs perfectly with the bread’s wheat flour and wheat germ. To make it, just replace a few tablespoons of buttermilk with Guinness in the dough.
What desserts can you make with Guinness?
Guinness is especially delicious in decadent chocolate recipes, like chocolate cake, cupcakes and brownies. This stout’s slight bitterness and coffee notes really highlight the chocolate’s richness. For a no-bake option, turn a glass of Guinness into an ice cream float with just a few extra ingredients. If you’re looking for something lighter for your St. Patrick’s Day spread, try one of these Irish desserts and serve a pint of Guinness on the side.
