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Mint Chocolate Poke Cake

Mint Chocolate Poke Cake

A rich and moist chocolate poke cake infused with fresh mint flavor and topped with creamy chocolate ganache.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 0.5 tsp peppermint extract
  • 8 oz semisweet chocolate chips
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture and beat until well combined.
  • Slowly stir in boiling water and peppermint extract. The batter will be thin.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and poke holes all over the top using the handle of a wooden spoon.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering and pour over chocolate chips to make ganache. Stir until smooth.
  • Pour ganache evenly over the warm cake to soak into the holes. Let the cake cool completely before serving.

Notes

This Mint Chocolate Poke Cake is perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a refreshing twist. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.