SHORTCUT PEPPERMINT LAYER CAKE

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When I first made this cake it was snowing outside, the entire family was home, and we enjoyed it all together. A perfectly pretty holiday cake for a perfect holiday moment! Be sure to measure the the peppermint extract carefully-it's strong, and a little bit goes a very long way. -Mindie Hilton, Susanville, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package white cake mix (regular size)
2 tablespoons baking cocoa, divided
1/4 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract, divided
1 teaspoon red food coloring, optional, divided
2 cans (14 ounces each) whipped vanilla frosting, divided
1/4 cup peppermint crunch baking chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of three greased 8-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease paper., Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions. Remove 1-1/3 cups batter to a small bowl; stir in 1 tablespoon cocoa, 1/4 teaspoon extract and if desired, 1/2 teaspoon food coloring until blended. , Transfer plain batter to prepared pans. Top with red batter. Cut through batter with a knife to swirl. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 15-18 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., Mix 1 cup frosting with remaining 1 tablespoon cocoa, 1/8 teaspoon extract and if desired, 1/2 teaspoon food coloring. Place one cake layer on a serving plate; spread with 1 cup plain frosting. Repeat layers. Top with remaining cake layer. Frost sides of cake with remaining plain frosting. Spread red frosting over top of cake. Gently press baking chips into frosting on top of cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Sobuj khan
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this cake again and again.


Wan Lab
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake didn't rise properly.


kanu kuri
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The recipe was easy to follow, but the cake didn't turn out as moist as I had hoped.


Hashmash WarKy33
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The cake was easy to make, but the frosting was a bit too sweet for my liking.


Spoopy Dreemurr
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This cake was a bit too minty for my taste, but my friends seemed to enjoy it.


Bruno Silva
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I love the way this cake looks! The layers are so festive and the peppermint frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


Sila Otieno
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


I_O_U M
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how moist and flavorful it was.


Anto Playz Roblox
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This was the perfect cake for my daughter's birthday party. It was festive and delicious, and all the kids loved it.


Joveil Sabaria
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I'm not usually a fan of peppermint, but this cake changed my mind. The minty flavor was subtle and refreshing, and the cake itself was moist and fluffy.


Zoey
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The recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out beautifully. It was so delicious that I ate two pieces in one sitting!


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This cake was a huge hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the minty flavor and the moist texture. I'll definitely be making it again.