Chocolate Mint Bundt Cake ๐ซ๐ฟ
Overview:
Indulge in the delightful world of chocolate and mint with this fantastic Chocolate Mint Bundt Cake! Perfect for a weeknight treat, this dessert combines the richness of chocolate with the refreshing hint of mint, all in a convenient, easy-to-make bundt cake form. No need for frostingโjust a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top, and you’re ready to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Servings: 12
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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1 | Instant chocolate pudding mix |
1 | Cup sour cream |
1 | Cup water |
4 | Eggs |
1/2 | Cup oil |
1/2 | Cup chocolate mint chips |
1 | Sprinkle of confectioner’s sugar for dusting |
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Grease a bundt pan thoroughly to ensure easy removal of the cake later.
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Mix the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant chocolate pudding mix, sour cream, eggs, water, and oil.
- Using an electric mixer, blend the ingredients together for about 4 minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined.
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Add the Chocolate Mint Chips:
- Gently fold in the chocolate mint chips into the batter. Stir just until they are evenly distributed.
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Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, making sure it’s evenly distributed.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, carefully invert the bundt pan onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, transfer the cake to a serving plate or stand.
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Finishing Touch:
- Just before serving, sprinkle the top of the cake generously with confectioner’s sugar for a beautiful finishing touch.
Recipe Notes:
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Chocolate Mint Bliss: The combination of chocolate and mint is always a winner, and the addition of chocolate mint chips takes this cake to the next level. Look for these chips in the baking aisle of your grocery store.
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Make-Ahead Tip: This cake can be made a day ahead of time. Once completely cooled, store it in an airtight container at room temperature. Just dust with confectioner’s sugar right before serving.
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Serving Suggestions: Serve slices of this Chocolate Mint Bundt Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
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Freezing Instructions: If you have leftovers (which is rare with this delicious cake!), you can freeze slices of the cake. Wrap each slice tightly in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
Enjoy every moist, chocolatey bite of this Chocolate Mint Bundt Cake! It’s the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a sweet indulgence. ๐ฐ