16 Surprisingly Delicious Guinness Recipes

Craving a taste of Ireland? Don’t just hit the pub! Guinness isn’t just for drinking, it’s a surprisingly versatile ingredient. This dark stout brings a rich, malty flavor to all kinds of dishes. Dive into fish and chips with a Guinness batter kick, hearty stews with a depth of flavor, or savory pies with an unexpected twist. If you’re a dark beer fan, you’ll adore these creative Guinness recipes that make the most of its unique taste!

Cranberry Beef Brisket

Cranberry beef brisket on a tray.
Cranberry Holiday Beef Brisket. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This cranberry holiday beef brisket is seriously amazing. It’s a lovely dish for the holiday season, Jewish holidays or any time of year you’re feeling festive. A large brisket with fresh cranberries or cranberry jelly is a great recipe for any holiday or any day!
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Beef Brisket

Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

A Dutch oven with a shepherd's pie.
Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Everyone has their own way of using up holiday leftovers. If you find yourself with turkey and can’t really face yet another turkey sandwich, how does this leftover turkey shepherd’s pie with Guinness sound? You can use leftover mashed potatoes in it as well.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Shepherd’s Pie

Easy Instant Pot Lamb Stew

Easy Instant Pot Lamb Stew
Easy Instant Pot Lamb Stew. Photo credit: Pink When.

This is the best ever Instant Pot Lamb Stew. Made with sweet potatoes, small potatoes, rosemarry, and more.
Get the Recipe: Easy Instant Pot Lamb Stew

Beef And Guinness Stew

Beef And Guinness Stew 2
Beef And Guinness Stew. Photo credit: Greedy Gourmet.

This hearty Beef and Guinness Stew with Prunes is easy to make and best served with lashings of creamy mashed potato. Click here for the recipe!
Get the Recipe: Beef And Guinness Stew

Black Velvet Chocolate Guinness Cake

Low Fodmap Black Velvet Chocolate Guinness Cake With Whiskey Frosting
Low Fodmap Black Velvet Chocolate Guinness Cake With Whiskey Frosting. Photo credit: Fodmap Everyday.

Black Velvet Chocolate Guinness Cake is the cake to make for St. Patty’s Day – or anytime you want a sophisticated chocolate cake.
Get the Recipe: Black Velvet Chocolate Guinness Cake

Instant Pot Lamb Stew

Instant Pot Lamb Stew
Instant Pot Lamb Stew. Photo credit: Dishes Delish.

Looking for the best Irish lamb stew recipe? Braised to perfection in a Guinness-spiked beef broth, this Irish stew with lamb is the ultimate comfort food dish.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Lamb Stew

Guinness Truffles

Guinness Truffles
Guinness Truffles. Photo credit: Dishes Delish.

This decadent chocolate Guinness truffles recipe is so delicious. They are small enough that you won’t feel guilty eating one….or two…..
Get the Recipe: Guinness Truffles

Guinness Beer Battered Cod

Guinness Beer Battered Cod
Guinness Beer Battered Cod. Photo credit: Carne Diem.

Wars were almost fought over this fish and we can see why. The flaky white cod is the perfect fish for this densely Beer Battered Cod. Serve it up with some crispy fries and a side of malt vinegar for a perfect British fish and chip meal.
Get the Recipe: Guinness Beer Battered Cod

Slow Cooker Guinness Glazed Meatballs

Slow Cooker Guinness Glazed Meatballs
Slow Cooker Guinness Glazed Meatballs. Photo credit: Stefs Eat Sand Sweets.

These Slow Cooker Guinness Glazed Meatballs are easy to make with just a few ingredients, loaded with flavor, and perfect for any party!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Guinness Glazed Meatballs

Guinness Beer-Braised Chicken Thighs

Guinness Beer Braised Chicken Thighs
Guinness Beer-Braised Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Cooking With Curls.

The entire family will love the deep, rich flavors in these Guinness Beer-Braised Chicken Thighs with carrots and petite potatoes!
Get the Recipe: Guinness Beer-Braised Chicken Thighs

Braised Stout Beef And Carrot Stew With Parsley Dumplings

Braised Stout Beef And Carrot Stew With Parsley Dumplings
Braised stout beef and carrot stew with parsley dumplings. Photo credit: Kiddy Charts.

Today we’ll be cooking braised stout beef and carrot stew with parsley dumplings, a dish that just perfect for this season. It will warm you up for sure and it’s really tasty.
Get the Recipe: Braised Stout Beef And Carrot Stew With Parsley Dumplings

Irish Stout Braised Chicken Thighs

Irish Stout Braised Chicken Thighs
Irish Stout Braised Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Garlic & Zest.

These easy Guinness braised chicken thighs make a hearty pot of Irish chicken, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. A great braised chicken recipe.
Get the Recipe: Irish Stout Braised Chicken Thighs

Corned Beef Hash Recipe

Corned Beef Hash Recipe
Corned Beef Hash Recipe. Photo credit: Chicken Fried Kitchen.

This super easy Crispy air Fryer Potato & Beer Braised, Slow cooked, Corned Beef Hash Recipe is our go to all year, not just St. Patty’s Day!
Get the Recipe: Corned Beef Hash Recipe

Guinness Glaze Chicken Sandwich

Guinness Glaze Chicken Sandwich
Guinness Glaze Chicken Sandwich. Photo credit: Willcook For Smiles.

This sandwich features beer bold Guinness glaze. covered chicken, crispy bacon, sauteed mushrooms, onions and Provolone cheese.
Get the Recipe: Guinness Glaze Chicken Sandwich

Guinness Shepherd’s Pie

Guinness Shepherd S Pie
Guinness Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: Three Olives Branch.

Guinness Shepherd’s Pie recipe uses ground beef like cottage pie and beer, this is a perfect Irish beef casserole for St Patrick’s Day.
Get the Recipe: Guinness Shepherd’s Pie

Vegan Irish Stew With Guinness

Vegan Irish Stew With Guinness
Vegan Irish Stew With Guinness. Photo credit: Six Hungry Feet.

Get ready to celebrate St Patrick’s day like an Irish (a vegan one) with our Vegan Irish Stew cooked with Guinness
Get the Recipe: Vegan Irish Stew With Guinness

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Bella Bucchiotti of xoxoBella is a storyteller, food lover, dog mom and adventure seeker living on the Pacific coast. She shares her passion for recipes, dogs, sustainability, adventures, travel and philanthropy, in hopes of encouraging followers to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places and stand for a cause. Bella lives with Type 1 Diabetes and Celiac Disease.

Bella Bucchiotti is a freelance food, travel, and lifestyle writer for MSN and the Associated Press Wire.

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