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Peeps Chocolate Peppermint Cake Recipe
This decadent chocolate peppermint cake combines the fun of Peeps with the classic flavors of chocolate and peppermint for a delightful holiday treat.
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Prep Time:
20
minutes
minutes
Cook Time:
30
minutes
minutes
Total Time:
50
minutes
minutes
Servings:
8
Calories:
120
kcal
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
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1.5
cups
all-purpose flour
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1
cup
granulated sugar
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0.5
cup
cocoa powder
unsweetened
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1
teaspoon
baking soda
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0.5
teaspoon
salt
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1
cup
milk
room temperature
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1
teaspoon
peppermint extract
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0.5
cup
unsalted butter
melted
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1
unit
large egg
beaten
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1
cup
boiling water
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1
pack
Peeps marshmallows
for decoration
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Stir in milk, peppermint extract, melted butter, and egg until smooth.
Carefully add boiling water to the mixture and mix until well combined.
Pour batter into prepared cake pan and bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cake cool completely on a wire rack. Decorate with Peeps marshmallows before serving.
Notes
This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.