Mint Chocolate Angel Food Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This mint chocolate angel food cake is one of my favorite quick desserts to whip up when I want something elegant without spending hours in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for unexpected guests or a last minute treat. I love how cocoa powder gives you all those antioxidants while keeping the cake light and fluffy, and the fresh peppermint extract adds such a lovely brightness that balances the rich chocolate beautifully. Best of all, it's surprisingly budget friendly since you probably have most of these pantry staples on hand already. The combination of flavors feels fancy enough for company, but honestly, it's so simple that anyone can make it.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour(for cake)
- 200 ggranulated sugar(for cake)
- 50 gunsweetened cocoa powder(for cake)
- 10 gbaking powder(for cake)
- 5 gsalt(for cake)
- 4 egglarge eggs(room temperature)
- 100 gcold unsalted butter(softened)
- 2 mlvanilla extract(for cake)
- 1 mlpeppermint extract(for cake)
- 200 gchopped dark chocolate(for cake and glaze)
- 50 mlheavy cream(for whipped cream)
- 50 gconfectioners' sugar(for dusting)
- 10 leaffresh mint leaves(for garnish)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20cm x 10cm x 10cm (8" x 4" x 4") angel food cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a high-quality pan to ensure the cake releases easily.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to incorporate air and ensure even distribution.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, butter, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until well combined.
Tip: Use an electric mixer to ensure the eggs are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix, as this can deflate the cake.
- 5
Melt the chopped dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir until smooth and glossy.
- 6
Fold the melted chocolate into the cake batter until well combined.
Tip: This will create a marbled effect and add flavor to the cake.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a smooth, even surface.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and springs back when touched.
Tip: Use a toothpick to check for doneness.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Tip: This will help the cake release from the pan.
- 10
Invert the cake onto a wire rack and dust with confectioners' sugar.
Tip: This will add a sweet and elegant touch to the cake.
- 11
Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold into the cooled cake.
Tip: This will add a light and airy texture to the cake.
- 12
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve.
Tip: This will add a pop of color and freshness to the cake.
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