Mint Chocolate Cake with Mint Cream Cheese Icing Frosting
Treat yourself to the ultimate indulgence with this Mint Chocolate Cake with Mint Cream Cheese Icing Frosting—rich, moist chocolate cake layers infused with a refreshing hint of peppermint. This decadent dessert is frosted with a luscious, creamy mint-flavored cream cheese frosting, lightly tinted with green food coloring for a festive touch. Perfectly balanced between chocolatey depth and minty brightness, this cake is elevated further by optional garnishes of dark chocolate shavings and fresh mint leaves, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for any occasion. Whether you're celebrating a holiday or simply craving a unique dessert, this recipe combines easy-to-follow steps with bold flavor, ensuring a treat that’s as stunning as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 1.5 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract (for frosting)
- 5 drops green food coloring (optional)
- 0.25 cup dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and peppermint extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed with a hand or stand mixer until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the boiling water while mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin—this is normal.
Evenly divide the batter between the prepared cake pans. 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 transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and fluffy.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed until fully incorporated. Increase the speed to medium-high and beat until fluffy.
Mix in the peppermint extract and green food coloring (if using) until the frosting is evenly tinted and flavor is consistent.
Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a generous layer of frosting on top.
Place the second cake layer on top and spread frosting over the top and sides of the entire cake.
If desired, garnish with dark chocolate shavings and fresh mint leaves.
Refrigerate the cake for 30 minutes to help the frosting set before serving.
Slice, serve, and enjoy your Mint Chocolate Cake with Mint Cream Cheese Frosting!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7637 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 331.6 g | 425% | |
| Saturated Fat | 150.6 g | 753% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 911 mg | 304% | |
| Sodium | 5949 mg | 259% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1166.2 g | 424% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.8 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 920.1 g | ||
| Protein | 78.8 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 786 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 26.1 mg | 145% | |
| Potassium | 2182 mg | 46% | |
*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.
