Moist Peppermint Fudge Cake: The Best Holiday Treat You’ll Love
This Moist Peppermint Fudge Cake is the perfect holiday dessert, rich and delicious, sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons peppermint extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and peppermint extract; mix until smooth.
- Stir in boiling water and chocolate chips until combined.
- Pour into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let cool before frosting.
Notes
- Use a good quality cocoa powder for the best flavor.
- For a stronger peppermint flavor, increase the amount of peppermint extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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