Chocolate-Mint Swirl Cake

Chocolate-Mint Swirl Cake
150 min.
16
286kcal

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Indulge your senses with the delightful Chocolate-Mint Swirl Cake, a dessert that perfectly marries the rich, decadent flavor of chocolate with the refreshing essence of mint. This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes as well, with its beautiful swirls of creamy mint filling and luscious chocolate glaze. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, this cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

With a preparation time of just 150 minutes, this recipe yields 16 generous servings, making it ideal for gatherings or family celebrations. The combination of cream cheese and peppermint extract in the filling adds a unique twist that elevates the traditional chocolate cake to a whole new level. Each slice offers a perfect balance of flavors, with the moist chocolate cake providing a rich backdrop for the cool, minty cream cheese swirl.

As you bake this cake, your kitchen will be filled with the irresistible aroma of chocolate, enticing everyone around. The final touch of a glossy chocolate glaze and vibrant green swirls not only enhances the cake's visual appeal but also adds an extra layer of flavor that is simply irresistible. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that will be the highlight of any meal!

Ingredients

  • oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • tablespoon flour all-purpose
  •  eggs 
  • 0.1 teaspoon peppermint extract 
  • drops drop natural food coloring green
  • box duncan hines devil's food cake 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • cup water 
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons semi chocolate chips 
  • teaspoon shortening 
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon peppermint extract 
  •  drop natural food coloring green
  • tablespoon plus 
  • teaspoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F. Grease and flour 12-cup fluted tube cake pan, or spray with baking spray with flour. In small bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on high speed until smooth and fluffy. Beat in granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, 1 egg, 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract and 3 drops food color until smooth; set aside.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix, 1/3 cup flour, 1 cup water, the butter and 2 eggs on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes.
  3. Pour into pan. Spoon cream cheese filling over batter.
  4. Bake 44 to 52 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cake comes out clean. Cool in pan 15 minutes. Turn pan upside down onto cooling rack or heatproof plate; remove pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. In 1-quart saucepan, heat chocolate chips and shortening over low heat, stirring frequently, until melted; set aside. For glaze, mix powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract, 1 to 2 drops food color, the corn syrup and enough of the 3 to 4 teaspoons water to make a thick glaze that can be easily drizzled.
  6. Drizzle over cake. Immediately spoon melted chocolate over glaze in 1/2-inch-wide ring. Working quickly, pull toothpick through chocolate to make swirls. Refrigerate until serving time. Store loosely covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories286kcal
Protein5.12%
Fat46.98%
Carbs47.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.63
Glycemic Load
4.24
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.8086956488373%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.7kcal
14.29%
Fat:15.43g
23.74%
Saturated Fat:4.97g
31.04%
Carbohydrates:35.41g
11.8%
Net Carbohydrates:34.53g
12.56%
Sugar:22.99g
25.54%
Cholesterol:41.54mg
13.85%
Sodium:336.83mg
14.64%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.05%
100%
Caffeine:4.58mg
1.53%
Protein:3.78g
7.56%
Selenium:8.07µg
11.53%
Phosphorus:110.44mg
11.04%
Iron:1.64mg
9.1%
Vitamin A:442.82IU
8.86%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.42%
Copper:0.15mg
7.35%
Folate:27.27µg
6.82%
Calcium:59.95mg
6%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.51%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.2%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.86%
Magnesium:19.01mg
4.75%
Potassium:131.78mg
3.77%
Fiber:0.88g
3.52%
Vitamin B3:0.65mg
3.24%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.04%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.51%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.79%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.66%
Vitamin K:1.58µg
1.51%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.1%