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Chocolate Mint Cake

Indulge in Decadence with This Chocolate Mint Cake

This Chocolate Mint Cake combines rich cocoa with a refreshing peppermint kick, perfect for impressing friends at any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Holiday Cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
For Serving
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 1 cup mint chocolate frosting

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • 9-inch Round Cake Pans

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add in buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Carefully stir in boiling water into the batter until well combined.
  5. Evenly divide the batter between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Allow cakes to cool in pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Chocolate Mint Cake can be made ahead and frozen for future enjoyment. Be sure each layer is wrapped tightly to maintain freshness.

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