Decadent Chocolate Mint Cake Recipe

This Chocolate Mint Cake Recipe combines rich chocolate flavors with a refreshing mint twist, making it a delightful dessert for any occasion. The cake is moist and fluffy, layered with a creamy mint frosting that perfectly complements the chocolate.

Simple to prepare, this cake is ideal for celebrations or a sweet treat after dinner. While this recipe focuses on dessert, you can also explore our Chicken Recipe for a complete meal experience.

Indulgent Chocolate Mint Cake

This cake features layers of chocolate sponge cake filled with mint-flavored frosting, topped with chocolate ganache for an elegant finish. The recipe takes about 1 hour and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in boiling water until well combined.
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans to cool completely on wire racks.
Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and peppermint extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of mint frosting on top. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Make the Ganache: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips until melted and smooth. Pour ganache over the frosted cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Serve: Slice the cake and serve it chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your decadent chocolate mint cake!