PEPPERMINT RIBBON CAKE

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With its pretty pink layer and fabulous mint flavor, this is a great holiday dessert. Because I work full-time, I like the convenience of starting with a cake mix. -Lisa M. Varner, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package white cake mix (regular size)
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons crushed peppermint candies, divided
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon 2% milk

Steps:

  • Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Transfer 1 cup to a small bowl; stir in the extract, food coloring and 1/2 cup crushed candies., Spoon 2 cups of remaining batter into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Carefully top with peppermint batter; do not swirl. Top with remaining plain batter., Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., Combine confectioners' sugar and milk; drizzle over cake. Sprinkle with remaining crushed candies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 312mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Aamir Farid
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Overall, this is a good recipe for a festive holiday cake.


Rakesh Gole
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


Viliame Buli
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I'm not sure if I'll make this cake again, but it was worth trying.


Ryno Verster
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me, but the cake was delicious.


Telis
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake didn't turn out as pretty as the one in the picture.


Brown Grace
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This cake was a bit too dense for my taste, but the flavor was good.


A Rehman Saafi
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I'm not a big fan of peppermint, but this cake was surprisingly good.


Thapelo Ndlovu
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This cake is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays.


Raynah Faatoalia
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious.


Emily Johnson
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this cake again.


Waisale Moce
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Overall, I'm really happy with this recipe. It's a delicious and festive cake that's perfect for the holidays.


syed muzafar abbas
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise evenly, but it still tasted great.


Ziya Khan
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


Jozee Dasilva
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I love how easy this cake is to make. It's perfect for busy holiday bakers.


Dwayne Walters
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The peppermint flavor is so refreshing and festive. This cake is perfect for the holidays.


Nadine Cummings
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This cake is absolutely beautiful! I can't wait to try it.


Mohamad Abdo
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I've made this cake several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's so easy to make and the results are always stunning.


Bella & The family
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This cake was a huge hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the festive colors and the delicious peppermint flavor.