Cooling Creme De Menthe Cake
Indulge in pure mint-chocolate bliss with this Cooling Creme De Menthe Cake, a luxurious dessert perfect for any occasion. This moist, two-layer chocolate cake is infused with rich cocoa and topped with a silky whipped cream frosting laced with refreshing creme de menthe liqueur. The balance of deep chocolate and cool mint is elevated by optional hints of mint extract and a garnish of dark chocolate shavings, making every bite a decadent treat. Easy to prepare in under an hour and with a striking presentation, this cake is ideal for dinner parties, holiday celebrations, or anytime you're craving an elegant dessert with a cool, minty twist. Refrigerate it for a refreshing finish that’s as impressive as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup Creme de menthe liqueur
- 0.25 teaspoon Mint extract (optional)
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate shavings or chips (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), then grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Slowly pour in the boiling water while stirring. The batter will be thin; this is normal.
Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then carefully turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the frosting, whip heavy cream in a large bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold creme de menthe liqueur and mint extract (if using) into the whipped cream until evenly combined.
Place one cake layer onto a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of the creme de menthe frosting evenly on top.
Add the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.
Garnish with chocolate shavings or chips, if desired, and refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the frosting to firm up.
Slice and enjoy the cool, minty decadence of your Creme De Menthe Cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 350.0 g | 449% | |
| Saturated Fat | 157.2 g | 786% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 879 mg | 293% | |
| Sodium | 5723 mg | 249% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 858.6 g | 312% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 78.8 g | 281% | |
| Total Sugars | 545.4 g | ||
| Protein | 88.4 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 665 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 51.4 mg | 286% | |
| Potassium | 4098 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
