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Chocolate Mint Cake

A rich and moist chocolate cake infused with refreshing mint flavor, topped with a creamy mint frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 2 tablespoons green food coloring optional

Method
 

Prepare the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes.
  4. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Make the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, alternating with heavy cream, and beat until smooth.
  3. Mix in peppermint extract and food coloring if using.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top.
  2. Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake.
  3. Decorate with chocolate shavings or mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 2gSugar: 35g

Notes

For best results, let the cake sit for a few hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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