Chocolate mint cakes with choc mint frosting

Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint with these Chocolate Mint Cakes, topped with creamy choc mint frosting. Featuring spearmint, dark chocolate, butter, brown sugar, self-raising flour, almonds, and cocoa powder, these cakes are perfect for any occasion. Whip up a batch of these irresistible treats and impress your guests with a dessert that's both decadent and invigorating.

  • 03 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 40 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 10 Servings
  • 10 Ingredients

Chocolate mint cakes with choc mint frosting

Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich dark chocolate and refreshing spearmint with this Chocolate Mint Cakes recipe. Topped with a luscious chocolate mint frosting, these cakes are perfect for any occasion and promise to tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp parsley
16g
1 cup dark chocolate
230g
1/2 cup butter
110g
1 cup brown sugar
230g
1 egg white
33g
1 cup self-raising flour
150g
1/3 cup almonds
40g
2 tbsp dry cocoa powder
30g
2 tbsp sugar
30g
1 cup heavy whipping cream
230g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Spearmint: Finely chop the spearmint and set it aside.
- Almonds: Roughly chop the almonds and set them aside.
- Dark Chocolate: Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces.
2. Melt Chocolate & Butter:
- In a heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate pieces and butter. Melt them together using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and cocoa powder. Stir in the chopped almonds.
4. Combine Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, beat the egg white until frothy, then add the brown sugar and mix until well combined. Stir in the chopped spearmint.
5. Combine Mixtures:
- Gradually add the melted chocolate and butter mixture to the egg and sugar mixture, stirring continuously.
- Slowly fold in the dry ingredient mixture until well combined and smooth.
6. Bake the Cakes:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Fill each liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Make the Choc Mint Frosting:
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until it starts to thicken.
- Gradually add the 2 tbsp of sugar and continue to whip until soft peaks form.
- Fold in any remaining chopped spearmint (optional).
8. Frost the Cakes:
- Once the cakes are completely cooled, use a piping bag or a spatula to frost each cake with the choc mint cream.
9. Optional Garnish:
- For an added touch, garnish each cake with a piece of dark chocolate or a mint leaf.
10. Serve & Enjoy:
- Serve these delicious chocolate mint cakes at room temperature and enjoy the refreshing mint and rich chocolate combination!

Tips:

- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.

- Use high-quality dark chocolate for a more intense flavor.

- Chop the spearmint finely to distribute its flavor evenly in the batter.

- Sift the self-raising flour and cocoa powder to prevent lumps.

- Toast the almonds slightly before adding them to enhance their nutty flavor.

- Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.

- Refrigerate the frosted cakes for a while to let the frosting set properly.

With these helpful tips and a carefully followed recipe, your Chocolate Mint Cakes with Chocolate Mint Frosting are sure to be a hit. Enjoy the harmonious blend of chocolate and mint, and share these delightful treats with friends and family!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size110 grams
Energy
Calories 350kcal17%
Protein
Protein 6g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 50g14%
Fiber 4.58g12%
Sugar 33g32%
Fat
Fat 30g35%
Saturated 11g36%
Cholesterol 50mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 180ug20%
Choline 10mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.06mg5%
Vitamin B2 0.11mg8%
Vitamin B3 0.49mg3%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B9 8ug2%
Vitamin B12 0.04ug2%
Vitamin C 0.14mg0%
Vitamin E 1.23mg8%
Vitamin K 1.63ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 55mg4%
Copper, Cu 0.20mg22%
Iron, Fe 3.70mg34%
Magnesium, Mg 90mg21%
Phosphorus, P 80mg6%
Potassium, K 160mg5%
Selenium, Se 5ug9%
Sodium, Na 20mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.57mg5%
Water
Water 20g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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