Description

Indulge in the festive delight of Chocolate Peppermint Layer Cake, where rich chocolate meets refreshing peppermint in every luscious slice. Perfect for celebrations or cozy gatherings, this showstopper is easy to make and visually stunning. Elevate your dessert game with layers of moist cake and creamy frosting, all topped with a festive crunch of crushed candy canes. Whether it’s Christmas or just a Tuesday treat, this cake will leave everyone asking for more.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ tsp salt
3 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp peppermint extract
1 cup chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Crushed candy canes (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
Add eggs, milk, oil, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract to the dry ingredients; mix until smooth but do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Frost generously with chocolate frosting between layers and on top. Sprinkle crushed candy canes if desired before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For added flavor variations, try swapping peppermint extract for almond or vanilla extract. Always ensure your baking powder is fresh for best results.