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Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Cake

  • Author: krmibk110
  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious dessert that combines rich chocolate with refreshing mint, featuring a chocolate layer topped with creamy mint cheesecake and smooth chocolate ganache.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • Green food coloring (optional)
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with sour cream, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Slowly add hot water to the batter, mixing on low speed until smooth.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between prepared cake pans.
  8. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  9. Stir in peppermint extract and green food coloring (if using) until the desired mint color is achieved. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
  10. Spoon the mint cheesecake mixture evenly over the chocolate cake batter in each pan, gently spread to cover.
  11. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the cheesecake layer is set and the cake springs back when touched lightly.
  12. In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium heat until just simmering. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped chocolate until smooth. Stir in peppermint extract until incorporated.
  13. Once baked, let the cakes cool in pans for 15 minutes. Then, remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
  14. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Pour half of the chocolate ganache over top, spreading evenly with a spatula.
  15. Carefully place the second cake layer on top. Pour the remaining ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
  16. Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to set the ganache and cheesecake layers. Slice and serve your decadent cake!

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature. It pairs well with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: chocolate mint cake, cheesecake, dessert, birthday cake, festive cake

Find it online: https://sweettreatsrecipes.com/chocolate-mint-cheesecake-cake/