Heather's Creme De Menthe Cake
Delight your taste buds with Heather's Creme de Menthe Cake, a luscious dessert that blends moist, mint-infused cake with layers of whipped topping and rich chocolate ganache. Perfect for mint chocolate lovers, this easy-to-make treat starts with a classic white cake mix enhanced by a splash of creme de menthe liqueur for a refreshing twist. The crowning glory is a silky ganache made from milk chocolate and heavy cream, accented with even more creme de menthe for a subtle minty aroma. With just 20 minutes of prep and a short time in the oven, this stunning cake makes a show-stopping dessert for any occasion. Chill, slice, and savor this decadent creation that’s as refreshing as it is indulgent. Whether it’s for a holiday gathering or a midweek pick-me-up, Heather's Creme de Menthe Cake is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1 box White cake mix
- 3 Eggs
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Water
- 0.25 cup Creme de menthe liqueur
- 2 cups Whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 cup Milk chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Creme de menthe liqueur (for frosting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, water, and creme de menthe liqueur. Mix until well blended and smooth.
Step 3
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 5
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 6
Once the cake is cooled, spread the whipped topping evenly over the surface of the cake.
Step 7
Prepare the chocolate ganache topping by heating the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer (do not boil).
Step 8
Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the hot cream over the milk chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
Step 9
Let the mixture sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and fully combined. Stir in the creme de menthe liqueur for a minty flavor boost.
Step 10
Allow the chocolate ganache to cool slightly, then drizzle it over the cake. Spread it gently to cover the whipped topping layer.
Step 11
Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to set the layers and flavors.
Step 12
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your refreshing Heather's Creme De Menthe Cake!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1799.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5498.5 |
| Total Fat 280.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 124.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g | |
| Cholesterol 650.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3710.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 657.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 412.3g | |
| Protein 44.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1222.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1243.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories