PEPPERMINT LAYER CAKE
Here's the perfect festive dessert recipe for your holiday table - a Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ layered cake, that looks and tastes like Christmas peppermint candy.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 3h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease 2 (8-inch) round cake pans with shortening and lightly flour, or spray with baking spray with flour.
- Make cake mix as directed on box, using water, oil and eggs and adding mint extract. Pour batter into pans. Bake as directed for 8-inch rounds. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely. Cut each cake layer horizontally to make 2 layers. (Mark side of cake with toothpicks and cut with long, thin serrated knife.)
- Tint 1 container frosting with red food color. Tint 1 cup frosting from second container with green food color. Leave remaining frosting white.
- Place 1 cake layer, cut side up, on serving plate; spread with half of red frosting to within 1/2 inch of edge. Top with second cake layer, cut side down; spread with green frosting. Top with third cake layer, cut side up; spread with remaining red frosting. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread white frosting on top and side of cake. Freeze 1 hour.
- Place red and green round peppermint candies on bottom edge of cake. Break candy canes into large pieces; place in center of cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 670, Carbohydrate 105 g, Fat 5, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg
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S Uti
[email protected]I'm always looking for ways to save money on my baking, so I was excited to see that this peppermint layer cake recipe didn't require any expensive ingredients. The cake was still delicious, and it was a great value for the price. I will definitely b
Veronica Gonzalez
[email protected]I have a serious sweet tooth, and this peppermint layer cake definitely satisfied my cravings. The cake was rich and decadent, and the frosting was creamy and sweet. The peppermint flavor was a nice touch, and it helped to balance out the sweetness o
Omayya Haniff
[email protected]I'm not a huge baker, but I love peppermint, so I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The cake was surprisingly easy to make, and it turned out perfectly. The peppermint flavor was subtle but noticeable, and the cake was moist and d
Quill DiAngelo
[email protected]I had the pleasure of tasting this peppermint layer cake at a recent party, and I was blown away. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was light and airy. The peppermint flavor was perfectly balanced, and it didn't overpower the other flav
DON LISHU
[email protected]As a professional baker, I am always on the lookout for new and innovative recipes. This peppermint layer cake caught my eye, and I was impressed with the results. The cake was well-balanced and flavorful, and the frosting was smooth and creamy. I wo
Munirmunna Munirmunna
[email protected]I love trying new and unusual recipes, and this peppermint layer cake definitely fit the bill. The combination of peppermint and chocolate was unexpected, but it worked perfectly. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and decade
Orlando Mukes
[email protected]I'm always looking for ways to make my favorite desserts a little healthier. For this peppermint layer cake, I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, and I reduced the amount of sugar in the frosting. The cake was still delicious, and i
Haider Mehar
[email protected]As a busy mom, I don't always have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. This peppermint layer cake was a lifesaver! The recipe was easy to follow, and the cake turned out perfectly. My kids loved it, and I was able to enjoy it too without feeling g
*FNAF_Fan*
*fnaf_fan*@gmail.comI love experimenting with different cake flavors, and this peppermint layer cake was no exception. I added a few drops of red food coloring to the batter to give it a festive pink hue. I also used crushed candy canes as a garnish, which added a nice
Kyle Hall
[email protected]I was thrilled to find this gluten-free peppermint layer cake recipe. It's the first time I've been able to enjoy a peppermint layer cake since being diagnosed with celiac disease. The cake was delicious and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I will
Khanzetta Jones
[email protected]This peppermint layer cake is my go-to holiday dessert. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The peppermint flavor is perfect for Christmas, and the cake is always moist and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a f
Conner Lawson
[email protected]As a novice baker, I was a bit intimidated by this recipe at first. However, I followed the instructions carefully and the cake turned out beautifully! The peppermint frosting was especially delicious, and I loved the way it complemented the moist an
MD NUN
[email protected]This peppermint layer cake was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the peppermint adding a refreshing and festive touch. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I received numerous compliments