Description
A delicious layer cake with rich chocolate layers, refreshing mint filling, and smooth chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1.5 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp mint extract
- Green food coloring (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- Mint leaves for garnish
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Layers: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined. Carefully stir in boiling water until the batter is thin. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes; remove from pans to cool completely.
- Prepare the Mint Filling: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until it begins to thicken. Add powdered sugar and mint extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form. Add green food coloring if desired for a mint color.
- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache: Heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until just simmering. Pour hot cream over chopped chocolate in a bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth. Cool to room temperature until thickened but still pourable.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the mint filling on top. Add the second cake layer and spread the remaining mint filling. Top with the third cake layer. Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, spreading it evenly over the sides. Refrigerate until the ganache is set.
Notes
- For extra mint flavor, consider adding chopped chocolate mint candies to the filling.
- Ensure the cake layers are completely cooled before assembling to prevent the mint filling from melting.
- Refrigerate the cake before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Garnish with mint leaves and a dollop of whipped cream for presentation.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice