Peppermint Mocha Cake Recipe

This Peppermint Mocha Cake recipe combines the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee with a refreshing hint of peppermint. It’s a delightful dessert perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion.

The cake is easy to prepare and features layers of moist chocolate cake infused with coffee and peppermint, topped with a creamy peppermint frosting.

Delicious Peppermint Mocha Cake Recipe

This cake recipe features layers of rich chocolate cake, enhanced with coffee and peppermint flavor, and is finished with a light and fluffy peppermint frosting. The recipe takes about 1 hour and serves 8-10 people.

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 3/4 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 vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup brewed coffee, cooled
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting)
Crushed peppermint candies for garnish (optional)

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.
Combine Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
Add Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water and brewed coffee until smooth. The batter will be thin.
Bake: 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, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare Frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and peppermint extract. Beat until light and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Garnish: If desired, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top of the frosted cake for decoration.
Serve: Slice and enjoy your Peppermint Mocha Cake!