MAKEOVER CHOCOLATE MINT LAYER CAKE
With its minty, chocolate flavor and rich frosting, this cake tastes decadent. But it's really light! -Melissa Gleason, Sugar Grove, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Line two 9-in. round baking pans with waxed paper. Coat pans with cooking spray and sprinkle with flour; set aside., In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in baby food and vanilla. Combine the flours, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk., Pour into prepared pans. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a small bowl, beat the cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and extract; beat until stiff peaks form. Beat in food coloring if desired. Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with filling. Top with second cake layer., For icing, in a small bowl, combine the cooled chocolate, sour cream and vanilla. Spread over top and sides of cake. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
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owais siddqui
[email protected]This cake was a disaster. The frosting was too runny and the cake was too dry. I had to throw it away.
Chiemela Michael
[email protected]This cake was a lot of work, but it was worth it. It was so delicious and everyone loved it.
Mohamed Sylla
[email protected]I made this cake for a bake sale and it sold out in minutes. Everyone loved it!
Oscar Lloyd
[email protected]This cake was a bit too minty for my taste, but my friends loved it. They said it was the perfect balance of chocolate and mint.
Kupakwashe Nyarambi
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it. He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.
Nicholas Clark
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
Natsha Deschampe
[email protected]This cake was a disappointment. The frosting was grainy and the cake was dry. I won't be making it again.
Md Naeem Hossen
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.
Sammy Addae
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for me, but my kids loved it. They said it was the best cake they've ever had.
SM Tv24
[email protected]I made this cake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! It was so pretty and festive.
Raja Saif
[email protected]This cake was a bit dry for my taste, but the frosting was amazing. I would definitely try it again with a different cake recipe.
Damien Brewer
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of mint, but I really enjoyed this cake. The chocolate and mint flavors were perfectly balanced.
Sarfaraz Bullo
[email protected]This cake was a bit more challenging to make than I expected, but it was worth the effort. The end result was a stunning and delicious cake that everyone loved.
Dama Nakaonga
[email protected]I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so moist and fluffy, and the frosting is to die for.
Isaiah Love
[email protected]This chocolate mint layer cake was an absolute delight! The combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint was heavenly.