Description
Mint Chocolate Layer Cake is a visually stunning and refreshing dessert that brings together rich chocolate cake layers and a smooth, mint-infused frosting. The combination of cool mint and deep cocoa makes it a favorite for any celebration or special occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Chocolate curls or shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line three 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
- Gradually add boiling water, mixing until fully incorporated. Batter will be thin.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter until fluffy. Add powdered sugar gradually, then peppermint extract, cream, and green food coloring. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the cake by spreading frosting between the layers, and then covering the top and sides.
- Decorate with swirls of mint frosting and garnish with chocolate curls or shavings.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving for best presentation and flavor.
Notes
- Use Dutch-process cocoa for richer flavor and darker cake color.
- Do not overbake the cake layers to keep them moist.
- Let the cake come to room temperature before serving for optimal texture.
- To make ahead, bake layers and wrap tightly. Frost the next day.
- Chocolate curls are easily made with a vegetable peeler on room-temperature chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 48g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg