Mint Chocolate Chip Cake: The Perfect Indulgent Treat at Home
A delicious and indulgent recipe for Mint Chocolate Chip Cake that you can easily make at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the peppermint extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
- For an extra minty flavor, add a few drops of green food coloring to the batter.
- Serve with whipped cream or mint frosting for added indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Mint Chocolate Chip Cake, dessert, cake, homemade treat