Mint Chocolate Layer Cake
Prep
45 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
My favorite dessert to make is this stunning mint chocolate layer cake, and I'm thrilled to share it with you. The combination of rich, fudgy chocolate with refreshing mint is absolutely irresistible, and honestly, it comes together faster than you'd expect. Fresh mint isn't just delicious, it also aids digestion and provides antioxidants, making this indulgence feel a little bit better. With just 45 minutes of prep and 35 minutes in the oven, you can have an impressive homemade cake ready for your next gathering without spending your whole day in the kitchen.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 300all-purpose flour
- 400granulated sugar
- 150unsweetened cocoa powder
- 200unsalted butter, softened
- 4large eggs
- 15vanilla extract
- 20fresh mint leaves(diced)
- 20baking powder
- 10salt
- 200semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 150heavy cream
- unsalted butter, for greasing
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease two 20cm round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisk well to combine.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Tip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the heavy cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
Tip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 5
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir until smooth.
- 6
Add the melted chocolate to the cake batter and stir until well combined.
- 7
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Don't overbake.
- 9
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 10
Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate and spread with a layer of chocolate ganache.
Tip: Make sure to cover the entire surface.
- 11
Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides with the remaining ganache.
Tip: Smooth the ganache to create a professional finish.
- 12
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve.
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