Chocolate-Candy Cane Cake
Candy canes were originally created in Germany in the 17th century and were shaped like shepherds’ crooks.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Chocolate-Candy Cane Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, frost the cake with whipped cream and sprinkle crushed candy canes on top.
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Drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
- Sugars 40g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
