Best 9 Maritimers Mint Chocolate Beet Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with the Maritimers' Mint Chocolate Beet Cake, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This unique cake boasts a moist and tender beet-infused sponge, complemented by a luscious mint chocolate ganache that strikes a perfect balance between sweetness and earthiness. As you delve deeper into this article, you'll discover a treasure trove of additional recipes that showcase the versatility of beets and chocolate. From decadent beet brownies to refreshing beet and chocolate smoothies, each recipe offers a unique twist on this classic flavor combination. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, these recipes promise an unforgettable taste experience.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE BEET MINI-CAKES



Chocolate Beet Mini-Cakes image

Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup whole wheat flour
2/3 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon fine salt
3 large eggs
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
1/2 pound red beets, boiled, peeled, and finely grated
1/2 cup yogurt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and line an 18-muffin tin with foil cups.
  • Whisk the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in one bowl and the remaining ingredients in another. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the egg mixture. Fill each muffin cup half full with the mixture.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a mini-cake comes out clean and the mini-cakes start to pull away from the sides of the tin. Cool before serving.
  • Muffins will keep for 2 days in an airtight container at room temperature.

MARITIMER'S MINT CHOCOLATE BEET CAKE



Maritimer's Mint Chocolate Beet Cake image

My sister-in-law got this recipe from my brother's postdoc advisor's wife in Edmonton in the 1970's. It is a very moist chocolate cake with a surprise ingredient - beets! I have tried it with orange extract instead of peppermint, and it came out fantastic. You can also leave out the peppermint altogether if you want just plain chocolate.

Provided by origamifreak

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 1 cake layer

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
1 cup oil
20 ounces pureed beets, in their juice (approx. 1 1/2 12-oz cans)
1 3/4 cups flour
6 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (~176 degrees C).
  • Blend the sugar, eggs, and oil in a bowl.
  • Mix in the pureed beets. The original recipe called for draining the pureed beets. I think my oven might be hotter than it thinks it is, so I just leave the beet juice in, and it works out OK.
  • Fold in the dry ingredients.
  • Add the vanilla and peppermint flavors last.
  • Pour into a 9x9 inch pan (or 9 inch round plus a couple of cupcakes). (9in =~ 229cm).
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until a bamboo skewer comes out clean.
  • Let cool in the pan until almost room temperature.
  • This is a very moist cake, and it will fall apart if you rush this step.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar or ice with real homemade frosting, such as "Silky Vanilla Butter Frosting" (recipe #23715).
  • Didn't know it freezes well; thanks for the tip, BrutalKiss!

CHOCOLATE BEET CAKE



Chocolate Beet Cake image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup half-and-half
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2/3 cup melted unsalted butter
2 cups milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules, optional
3/4 cup vegetable oil, plus more for greasing the pans
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3 large eggs
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate baking bar or chips
2 cups pureed cooked beets (can be canned)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • For the penuche frosting: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and add the brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir until the brown sugar is dissolved. Make sure to not scrape the sides of the pan. Add the half-and-half and bring to a boil for another 2 minutes. Remove from the heat to cool, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Gradually add the confectioners' sugar to the butter mixture and beat with an electric mixer on medium until thick, smooth and creamy. Makes 3 to 4 cups.
  • For the chocolate fudge frosting: Over a double boiler or in the microwave, melt the butter. Add the chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Add the vanilla and instant coffee, if using, and stir until smooth. Makes about 3 cups.
  • For the chocolate beet cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease two 8-inch cake pans with vegetable oil.
  • In a bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda and salt. In a separate large bowl, combine the eggs, granulated sugar and 1/2 cup vegetable oil and beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until light pale yellow and fluffy.
  • Melt the chocolate and remaining 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a double boiler or a heatproof bowl set over (not it) a pot of simmering water.
  • Add the chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, and then add the beets and vanilla and mix. Slowly add the dry ingredients just until everything is incorporated. Put the batter in the prepared cake pans and bake until a tester comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes in the pans, then turn out onto cooling racks to cool completely.
  • Frost the cake between the layers with the penuche frosting and the outside of the cake with the chocolate fudge frosting.

BEET CAKE



Beet Cake image

I found this recipe handwritten in my grandmother's well-worn cookbook. I've made it many times, and my four grandchildren love it (they think it's just a moist chocolate cake). It's especially appropriate for this contest because our state is known as the beet-growing capital.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
1 cup butter, softened, divided
1-1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar
3 eggs
2 cups pureed cooked beets
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt chocolate and 1/4 cup butter; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream the remaining butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs., In a small bowl, combine the chocolate mixture, beets and vanilla. , Beat into creamed mixture (mixture will appear separated). Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. , Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 375° for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Before serving, dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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 BEET CAKE



Chocolate Beet Cake image

The first time I baked this cake, my son loved its moistness, and he couldn't taste the beets.-Peggy Van Arsdale, Crosswicks, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup grated peeled uncooked beets (about 2 medium)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
4 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/4 cups butter, melted
1/2 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup baking cocoa
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
Dash salt
Chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, toss beets with lemon juice; set aside. In a bowl, beat the eggs, butter, milk, honey and vanilla. Combine the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to egg mixture and beat just until blended. Stir in beet mixture., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a bowl, beat the cream cheese, cream and vanilla until smooth. Beat in confectioners' sugar and salt. Spread over cooled cake. If desired, sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (58g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHOCOLATE BEET CAKE



Chocolate Beet Cake image

You won't taste the pureed beets, but they make this cake extra moist and play up its deep chocolate flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 medium beets, trimmed, peeled, and cut into 2-inch chunks
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup warm water
1/4 cup safflower oil
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Vegetable oil cooking spray
Chocolate Glaze for Chocolate Beet Cake
Candied Beet Chips for Chocolate Beet Cake, for garnish

Steps:

  • Cover beets with 2 inches water in a pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until very tender when pierced with the tip of a sharp paring knife, about 30 minutes. Drain. Puree beets in a food processor until smooth.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Whisk in eggs, water, oil, vanilla, and 1 1/4 cups beet puree (reserve remaining puree for another use).
  • Coat a 9-inch round cake pan (3 inches deep) with cooking spray. Line bottom with parchment, and coat with spray. Pour batter into pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Let cool in pan on a wire rack for 20 minutes. Turn out cake from pan, and discard parchment. Let cool completely, right side up.
  • Trim top of cake using a serrated knife to create a level surface. Transfer cake, cut side down, to a platter. Pour chocolate glaze over the top, and let set, about 30 minutes. Garnish with beet chips.

AMAZING CHOCOLATE BEET CAKE



Amazing Chocolate Beet Cake image

No one will know you put beets in this chocolate cake. It is amazing, dense, and fudgy. Kids love it, too. You will make this time and time again. It freezes great, too!

Provided by Kat

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Chocolate Cake Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (15 ounce) can sliced beets, drained with 1/2 cup liquid reserved
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 eggs
½ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease three 8x4x2-inch bread pans.
  • Blend beets and reserved liquid in a blender until smooth.
  • Beat pureed beets, sugar, eggs, olive oil, and vanilla extract together in a large bowl until smooth.
  • Mix flour cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl; add to the beet mixture and stir into a smooth batter. Fold chocolate chips into the batter. Pour batter into prepared bread pans to about 3/4-full.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 171.3 mg, Sugar 15.7 g

CAKE MIX CHOCOLATE-MINT COOKIES



Cake Mix Chocolate-Mint Cookies image

Enjoy these mint-chocolate chip cookies made using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix - a perfect dessert for your guests.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ dark chocolate cake mix
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons water
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
3/4 cup creme de menthe baking chips
1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, beat cake mix, brown sugar, eggs, oil, water and peppermint extract with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Stir in baking chips and chocolate chips.
  • Onto ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough by tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until centers are set. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 130 mg

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, ensure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will make the cooking process smoother and more efficient.
  • Measuring Accurately: For successful baking, accurate measuring is essential. Use a kitchen scale to weigh ingredients, especially for precise measurements.
  • Fresh Ingredients: Always use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs will result in a better-tasting cake.
  • Beet Puree: To make beet puree, simply roast or steam beets until tender, then puree them in a food processor or blender.
  • Creaming Butter and Sugar: Creaming butter and sugar together until light and fluffy is crucial for incorporating air into the mixture, resulting in a tender crumb.
  • Mixing Dry Ingredients: Before adding dry ingredients to the wet mixture, whisk or sift them together to ensure even distribution.
  • Adding Eggs: Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This helps prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Beet Puree Incorporation: Gently fold the beet puree into the batter until just combined. Overmixing can result in a dense cake.
  • Baking Temperature: Preheat the oven to the desired temperature before placing the cake batter in. The temperature should be accurate for even baking.
  • Cake Tester: To check if the cake is done, insert a toothpick or cake tester into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

Conclusion:

Baking the Maritimers' Mint Chocolate Beet Cake is a delightful culinary adventure that combines the earthy sweetness of beets, the refreshing taste of mint, and the rich indulgence of chocolate. By following the tips and instructions provided, you can create a moist, flavorful cake that impresses both the eyes and the palate. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or simply craving a unique treat, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Indulge in the harmonious blend of flavors and textures, and experience the joy of homemade baking with this captivating cake.

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