Dreamy Chocolate Mint Cake

Dreamy Chocolate Mint Cake is a delectable dessert that combines the rich flavor of chocolate with the refreshing taste of mint. This cake is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests. In this recipe, we will show you how to make this delicious cake step-by-step.
Ingredients:

For the cake:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water

For the frosting:

- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Chocolate chips or shavings for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
4. Stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but don't worry, it's supposed to be that way.
5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing them from the pans and placing them on a wire rack to cool completely.
8. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
9. Gradually add the sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring (if using). Beat until smooth and creamy.
10. Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of frosting on top.
11. Place the second cake layer on top of the frosting. Spread the remaining frosting on top and around the sides of the cake.
12. Garnish with chocolate chips or shavings.
This Dreamy Chocolate Mint Cake is a perfect combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint. The cake is moist and fluffy, while the frosting is creamy and minty. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.
Type: Dessert Cake
Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Cocoa Powder, Milk, Vegetable Oil, Eggs, Vanilla Extract, Butter, Powdered Sugar, Peppermint Extract.