Description
A deliciously creamy and moist peppermint-flavored cake perfect for festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2–3 tbsp heavy cream (for frosting)
- ½ tsp peppermint extract (for frosting)
- Red food coloring (optional, for frosting)
- ½ cup crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time. The batter may look slightly curdled but will smooth out when dry ingredients are added.
- Add the milk and peppermint extract to the butter-sugar mixture and stir until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the frosting, beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar. Add the peppermint extract and heavy cream until the frosting reaches the desired consistency. Add red food coloring for swirls if desired.
- Place one cake layer on a plate or cake stand. Spread a generous amount of frosting on top, then add the second layer. Frost the top and sides, then sprinkle crushed candy canes over the top.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Adjust the amount of peppermint extract according to taste preference.
- Using crushed candy canes adds a festive touch and crunch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg