MARITIMER'S MINT CHOCOLATE BEET CAKE
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
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!
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Ashraf Chaudhry
[email protected]I'm low-carb and I was delighted to find this low-carb mint chocolate beet cake recipe. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was perfectly sweet. I'm so happy that I can enjoy a delicious dessert without worrying about my carb intake.
Miraz Taniya Khan
[email protected]I'm keto and I was amazed to find this keto mint chocolate beet cake recipe. The cake was light and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I couldn't believe that a keto dessert could taste so good.
Muzamil shah786
[email protected]I'm paleo and I was excited to try this paleo mint chocolate beet cake recipe. The cake was dense and moist, and the frosting was perfectly sweet. I love that I can enjoy a delicious dessert without compromising my diet.
Chloe Darr
[email protected]I'm vegan and I was thrilled to find this vegan mint chocolate beet cake recipe. The cake was so moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe to any vegans out there who are looking for a delicious dessert
Emma Doyle
[email protected]I'm gluten-free and I'm always looking for delicious gluten-free desserts. This cake was a real winner! The texture was perfect and the flavor was amazing. I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Asandiswa Langa
[email protected]I'm always looking for budget-friendly recipes, and this cake definitely fits the bill. The ingredients are all very affordable and the cake is still incredibly delicious. I love that I can make a special dessert without breaking the bank.
Ibrahim Barrie
[email protected]This cake was a lifesaver! I needed a quick and easy dessert for a potluck and this recipe fit the bill perfectly. The cake was ready in no time and it was a huge hit with everyone. I'll definitely be keeping this recipe in my back pocket for future
Simanta Biswas
[email protected]I love experimenting with new recipes, and this cake was definitely a fun one to try. The combination of mint, chocolate, and beets was unique and delicious. I also loved the green color of the cake. It was a real showstopper at my dinner party.
YourFavorite Hippie
[email protected]I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success! The kids loved the fun green color and the minty chocolate flavor. The cake was also really easy to make, which is always a plus when you're planning a party.
Heather Harris
[email protected]I'm always looking for healthy dessert recipes, and this cake definitely fits the bill. The beets add a lot of nutrients to the cake, and the mint and chocolate flavors help to keep it from being too sweet. I love that I can indulge in this cake with
RAKIBUL hasan644
[email protected]I'm a huge chocolate fan, so I was immediately drawn to this recipe. The cake was everything I hoped for and more. The chocolate flavor was rich and intense, and the mint added a nice touch of freshness. I'll definitely be making this cake again soon
Kassem ztr
[email protected]This cake is pure heaven! The mint and chocolate flavors are so refreshing and decadent. I love that the beets add a little bit of extra moisture and sweetness. I've already made this cake twice and I'm sure I'll be making it many more times in the f
Allan Li
[email protected]This cake was absolutely delicious! The combination of mint, chocolate, and beets was unexpected but worked perfectly together. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe!
Bb Hhh
[email protected]I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of beets, but I was pleasantly surprised! The beets added a subtle sweetness and earthiness to the cake that really complemented the mint and chocolate. I'll definitely be making this again.
Adam Shehata
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my party! The mint and chocolate flavors were perfectly balanced, and the beets gave it a moist, dense texture. I'll definitely be making this again.