Mint Chocolate Fudge Cheesecake Cake
Mint Chocolate Fudge Cheesecake Cake is a decadent dessert featuring layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy mint cheesecake, and fudge frosting. Topped with chocolate shavings and fresh mint, this cake is perfect for any special occasion or to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- For the Mint Chocolate Cake Layers
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- For the Mint Cheesecake Layer
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A few drops of green food coloring optional
- For the Fudge Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional Garnishes
- Crushed mint candies
- Chocolate shavings or curls
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- For the Cake Layers
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix eggs, buttermilk, oil, vanilla, and peppermint extract in another bowl. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then add boiling water.
- Pour batter into pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool completely.
- For the Cheesecake Layer
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare a springform pan with parchment paper and foil.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, peppermint, and vanilla extract.
- Pour into the pan and bake in a water bath for 45-50 minutes. Chill for 4 hours or overnight.
- For the Fudge Frosting
- Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa, and salt.
- Mix in heavy cream and vanilla until frosting is smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble the Cake
- Trim cake layers if needed. Place one cake layer, followed by the cheesecake layer, and top with the second cake layer.
- Frost the cake and decorate with garnishes. Chill before serving.
Notes
Servings: 12 slices