Best 6 Creme De Menthe Cake Recipes
Indulge in the delightful world of crème de menthe cakes, where sweet, minty flavors dance on your palate. These luscious cakes are perfect for any occasion, offering a refreshing and elegant dessert experience. From the classic Crème de Menthe Cake, adorned with a creamy mint frosting, to the rich and decadent Chocolate Crème de Menthe Cake, each recipe promises a unique taste sensation. Explore the zesty Lemon Crème de Menthe Cake for a burst of citrusy freshness, or try the sophisticated White Chocolate Crème de Menthe Cake for a smooth and indulgent treat. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes make it easy to create stunning crème de menthe cakes that will impress your friends and family.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CREME DE MENTHE FUDGE CAKE
Great Cake for the Holiday's. It has a mild mint flavor, this one is always a hit at any function. I have even converted this into cupcakes..you have to do a few different steps in order to make them..but oh man..they are worth it. I have made this cake a dozen times, next time I will be sure to post a picture. Picture...
Provided by Carole F
Categories Chocolate
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees, If using a dark or nonstick pan...heat oven to 325. Spray bottom ONLY of 13x9-inch pan with baking spray with flour.
- 2. Make cake mix as directed on box, using water, oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the creme de menth syrup or mint extract, and egg whites. After mixing for one minute on low, then add sour cream, and mix another minute on medium speed. Reserve 1 cup batter. Stir in 3 drops of the green food color into reserved batter; set aside. Pour remaining white batter into pan.
- 3. Drop green batter by generous tablespoonfuls randomly in 12 to 15 mounds onto batter in pan. Cut through batter with metal spatula or knife in S-shaped curves in one continuous motion. Turn pan 1/4 turn; repeat cutting for swirled design.
- 4. Bake 28 to 33 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Watch carefully so not to overbake! Run knife around the side of pan to loosen cake. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- 5. Carefully spread fudge topping evenly over cake. In medium bowl, stir whipped topping with 1/2 teaspoon of creme de menth syrup or mint extract along with the remaining 9 drops of green food color along with the yellow food color until blended. Spread whipped topping mixture evenly over fudge. Garnish with candy pieces. Store covered in refrigerator. If desired..you can use REAL whipping cream..whip the cream until it comes to stiff peaks..then add remaining mint extract along with food coloring and frost cake and add andes mints on top.
CREME DE MENTHE CAKE
Make and share this Creme De Menthe Cake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by j2thela
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 cake
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix the first 6 ingredients and beat 3 minutes at medium speed.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Grease and flour bundt or angel cake pan.
- Sprinkle pan with coconut.
- Bake cake 50-60 minutes at 350.
- Ice with confectioner's sugar and creme de menthe.
- Garnish with Andes mints.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 4840.6, Fat 251.9, SaturatedFat 86.1, Cholesterol 951.2, Sodium 3909.6, Carbohydrate 566.9, Fiber 14.9, Sugar 419.1, Protein 63.6
COOLING CREME DE MENTHE CAKE
My absolute favorite cake of all time! Always a must to make for St. Patrick's Day only because of the color and it tastes great after the corned beef and cabbage.
Provided by LAURIE
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix together cake mix, water, oil, eggs and 1/2 cup creme de menthe.
- Bake in 9x13 cake pan according to cake mix package directions.
- Let partially cool.
- While still warm carefully spread fudge topping over warm cake, sometimes it helps to slightly warm the topping too.
- Cool completely.
- Lightly mix 3 TBS creme de menthe into cool whip.
- Frost cake.
- Refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.2, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 230.6, Carbohydrate 33.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 26, Protein 2.4
CREME DE MENTHE CAKE
A rich Bundt cake that's half green creme de menthe and half chocolate, topped with creme de menthe flavored cream cheese frosting. I leave off the nuts and coconut. From Flavors, a San Antonio Junior League cookbook, credited to Mrs. Wilbur F. Littleton, Jr. (Jean Richards).
Provided by LonghornMama
Categories Dessert
Time 2h
Yield 1 cake
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine cake mix, pudding mix, orange juice, oil and creme de menthe.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating about 10 minutes at medium speed.
- Pour 2/3 of this mixture into a greased and floured 10-inch Bundt pan.
- Add chocolate syrup to remaining batter; pour over other batter.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour. Cool completely and frost.
- FROSTING: Combine cream cheese and butter, mixing well. Add vanilla, stir in powdered sugar and beat until smooth. Stir in creme de menthe, nuts and cocount, if desired.
HEATHER'S CREME DE MENTHE CAKE
Yummy cake to make anytime, but especially good around the holidays. You can use chocolate cake mix in place of the yellow cake mix, as pictured in the photos. You can also change the puddings and liqueurs to your favorite, and add toppings of your choice for variety.
Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325. Grease and flour a 10" Bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix and pudding mix.
- Mix in eggs, 1/4 cup water, 1/2 cup oil and 3/4 cup Creme de Menthe or Irish Creme. Beat for 5 minutes at high speed. Pour batter in pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then invert onto the serving dish.
- Prick top and sides of cake.
- Spoon glaze over top and brush onto sides of cake.
- Allow to absorb glaze. Repeat until all glaze is used up.
- Sprinkle fine peppermint dust on top of cake.
- Glaze:.
- In a saucepan, combine butter, 1/4 cup water and 1 cup sugar. Bring to a boil, and continue boiling for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat, and stir in 1/4 cup Creme de Menthe or Irish Cream.
CREME DE MENTHE CAKE I
This quick recipe uses regular cake mix, any brand, and any type of whipped topping. It is a great dessert for after dinner, or anytime and especially a treat for St. Patrick's Day (easy way to get something "green"). You can use creme de menthe flavoring if you don't have the actual liqueur.
Provided by Bonnie
Categories Desserts Cakes Cake Mix Cake Recipes
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare 1 box white cake mix as directed, except substitute 3 tablespoons Creme de Menthe flavoring or liqueur, for 3 tablespoons water.
- Pour into 13x9 inch pan and bake according to package directions.
- Remove from oven and while HOT, poke holes in cake with fork. Then pour chocolate syrup over the top. Refrigerate (or freeze, if desired). After cooling, mix whipped topping with 2 tablespoons of creme de menthe and spread on cake. Keep refrigerated. Freezes great!!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.9 calories, Carbohydrate 55.5 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 269.7 mg, Sugar 39.5 g
Tips:
- For a more intense mint flavor, use 3/4 cup crème de menthe instead of 1/2 cup.
- If you don't have crème de menthe, you can substitute 1/4 cup peppermint extract and 1/4 cup water.
- To make sure the cake is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center and it should come out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help the frosting to set properly.
- If you want a smooth, velvety frosting, use a stand mixer or hand mixer to beat the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar gradually, beating on low speed until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
- For a minty green frosting, add a few drops of green food coloring to the frosting.
- Garnish the cake with mint leaves or chocolate shavings before serving.
Conclusion:
Crème de menthe cake is a delicious and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion. With its moist, minty flavor and creamy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give crème de menthe cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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