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Holiday Peppermint Cake

Holiday Peppermint Cake
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Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with this delightful Holiday Peppermint Cake! This easy-to-make dessert combines the refreshing flavor of peppermint with a fluffy white cake, making it a perfect centerpiece for any festive gathering. The sweet aroma of peppermint will fill your kitchen as the cake bakes, creating cozy memories. Topped with creamy frosting and crushed candy canes, this cake is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or simply treating your loved ones, this cake is guaranteed to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 1 box white cake mix (15.25 oz)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup Torani Peppermint Flavoring Syrup
  • 1/2 cup softened butter (1 stick)
  • 3 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 – 4 tablespoons milk or water
  • 2 teaspoons pure peppermint extract
  • Crushed peppermint candy canes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, water, eggs, vegetable oil, and peppermint syrup. Mix until just combined.
  3. Distribute the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
  5. While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating together softened butter and powdered sugar; gradually add milk or water until smooth, then mix in peppermint extract.
  6. Once cooled, layer the cakes on a serving plate with frosting in between layers and on top; decorate with crushed candy canes.

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