Best Mint Frosted Chocolate Cake Recipes

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MINT CHOCOLATE CAKE



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My husband works for a mint farmer, so I'm always looking for recipes with mint in them. I received this recipe at my bridal shower. My friend wrote "Easy and pretty" on the top corner of the recipe card - and it's so true. -Virginia Horst, Mesa, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
3 drops green food coloring
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract

Steps:

  • Prepare cake batter according to package directions, using a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, combine the frosting ingredients until smooth. Spread over cooled cake. , For topping, in a microwave, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. Stir in extract. Spread over frosting. Refrigerate until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHOCOLATE MINT LAYER CAKE



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With its rich icing and minty whipped cream filling, this chocolate mint cake makes a fitting finale to a special meal. - Jean Portwine, Recluse, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup water
FILLING:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract
3 to 4 drops green food coloring, optional
ICING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Line two greased 9-in. round baking pans with waxed paper. Grease and flour the paper; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in chocolate and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk and water, beating well after each addition. , Pour into prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 24-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., For filling, in a small bowl, beat the cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and extract; beat until stiff peaks form. Beat in food coloring if desired. Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with filling. Top with second layer., For icing, in a microwave, melt chips and butter; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Beat in evaporated milk and vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Frost and decorate cake. Chill 2 hours before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532 calories, Fat 27g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (54g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT CAKE



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Guests make sure to save room for this light and moist cake with its refreshing mint flavor and chocolate glaze. Its seasonal look makes it perfect for Christmas...a holiday birthday party...or other festive gatherings!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 cups sugar
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup baking cocoa
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/2 cup canola oil
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
FILLING:
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 drops red food coloring, optional
2/3 cup crushed peppermint candy, divided
GLAZE:
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine dry ingredients. Add milk, oil, eggs and vanilla; beat at medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in boiling water (batter will be thin). Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 18-23 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , For filling, beat cream until soft peaks form. Add the sugar, vanilla and food coloring if desired; beat until stiff peaks form. Set aside about 1 tablespoon crushed candy. Fold remaining candy into cream mixture. Spread between layers and around sides but not over the top. , For glaze, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add cocoa and water; cook, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat; whisk in vanilla. Gradually blend in sugar until smooth. Add additional water if necessary. Spread over top of cake. Sprinkle with reserved candy. Chill before serving. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH MINT FROSTING



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Make and share this Chocolate Cake With Mint Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Atomic Girl Cooks

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup cocoa
3/4 cup hot water
1 cup flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon instant coffee
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs, yolks and whites separated
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter, very soft
2 cups icing sugar
2 1/2 tablespoons table cream
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
green food coloring
chocolate sprinkles

Steps:

  • Stir cocoa and hot water over heat until blended. Remove from heat and beat until smooth. Let cool.
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, 2/3 cup sugar, and instant coffee. Make a well in the centre and add oil, cooled cocoa mixture, and egg yolks. Beat until batter is smooth.
  • Add cream of tartar to egg whites and beat until foamy. Gradually add the 1/3 cup sugar and beat until whites are very stiff. Fold into batter evenly.
  • Bake in 8 x 8 square pan at 325 for 30 minutes.
  • For the frosting, combine butter, icing sugar, cream, peppermint extract, and a couple of drops of green food colouring until smooth. Frost cooled cake and decorate with chocolate sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.7, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 80, Sodium 329.4, Carbohydrate 62.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 48.5, Protein 4.6

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