Mint Chocolate Chip Cake Recipe

This Mint Chocolate Chip Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the refreshing flavor of mint with rich chocolate. Perfect for celebrations or as a sweet treat, this cake is sure to impress your guests.

The recipe is straightforward and utilizes basic baking techniques, making it accessible for bakers of all levels. You can also pair it with a savory dish, like a Chicken Recipe, for a well-rounded meal.

Delicious Mint Chocolate Chip Cake

This cake features layers of moist chocolate cake infused with mint and studded with chocolate chips. It’s frosted with a creamy mint buttercream and decorated with additional chocolate chips for a visually appealing finish. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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 pure peppermint extract
1 cup boiling water
1 cup 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, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and peppermint extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in boiling water until the batter is smooth. Fold in chocolate chips.
Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and peppermint extract, mixing until smooth. Adjust consistency with milk if necessary.
Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake, and decorate with additional chocolate chips.
Serve: Slice and enjoy your Mint Chocolate Chip Cake!