This chocolate peppermint bundt cake is an incredibly moist chocolate chip bundt cake topped with a chocolate peppermint ganache and little peppermint candies. It starts with a cake mix which makes this an easy one to make, but all the extra additions will wow anyone that tries it!
This chocolate peppermint bundt cake has been the dessert that my family eats on Christmas for over ten years. I love that it’s such an easy one to make during the busy holiday season, but every time I serve it everyone asks for the recipe.
For more chocolate peppermint recipes you should try my chocolate peppermint crinkle cookies, my chocolate peppermint baked donuts and my peppermint chocolate chip cookies.
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Why You Will Love This Cake
- EASY TO MAKE: This cake comes together fairly quick and is an easy one without layers or frosting.
- MOIST AND SOFT: The cake crumb is so soft from the pudding mix and sour cream.
- CHOCOLATE AND PEPPERMINT: One of my all time favorite combos, and so pretty for serving!
Ingredient Notes
Full ingredient measurements and instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
- Cake Mix: Betty Crocker is my favorite brand of cake mix to use, but any are fine.
- Pudding: Make sure it is the instant pudding, not the cook n’ serve kind.
- Oil: I generally use coconut or avocado oil, but canola or vegetable oil would work also.
- Peppermint Extract: a little bit goes a long way, so make sure to measure.
- Peppermint Candies: I usually just crush up some candy canes.
Step by Step Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cake mix, pudding mix and sugar until combined.
- Step 2: Add oil, water and eggs to the bowl and mix for 2 minutes at medium speed.
- Step 3: Mix in sour cream until combined, and fold in chocolate chips.
- Step 4: Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool for an hour in the pan before turning over and releasing out of the pan. I like to take a butter knife or off-set spatula and go along the rim of the pan before turning it over to make sure nothing is stuck to the pan.
- Step 5: To make the ganache, start by melting butter in a microwave safe bowl. Add cocoa powder and mix until smooth. Add in powdered sugar, peppermint extract and water. You can add a bit more powdered sugar or water to get your desired consistency.
- Step 6: Pour ganache over cooled cake and sprinkle with peppermint candies. Serve and enjoy!
Expert Baking Tips
- If you prefer a richer chocolate flavor you can use a chocolate cake mix instead of a yellow one.
- Cakes will have the best results if made with room temperature ingredients. I like to pull my eggs, sour cream, and butter out of the fridge a few hours before I start baking.
- We eat this cake every year on Christmas. I love it served with a scoop of peppermint ice cream.
FAQ
Yes, just sub in the peppermint extract for vanilla and top the cake with chocolate curls or mini chocolate chips instead of peppermint candies.
Yes, you will just need to make sure and buy a gluten free cake mix.
Yes, this can be made into 2 loaf pans, or you could half the recipe and make just one loaf. Baking time should be about the same, maybe 5 minutes less.
Storing & Freezing
Chocolate peppermint bundt cake should be stored at room temperature in an airtight container. You can also wrap it in tinfoil, as this will help the glaze from getting too sticky and gooey.
This cake freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature before serving. You can also freeze individual slices in ziplock bags for an easy on the go snack.
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Chocolate Peppermint Bundt Cake
This chocolate peppermint bundt cake is an incredibly moist chocolate chip bundt cake topped with a chocolate peppermint ganache and little peppermint candies. It starts with a cake mix which makes this an easy one to make, but all the extra additions will wow anyone that tries it!
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Ingredients
Chocolate peppermint Ganache
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350. Spray a bundt cake pan with cooking spray, or coat with melted butter and flour.
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In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cake mix, pudding mix and sugar until combined.
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Add oil, water and eggs to the bowl and mix for 2 minutes at medium speed. Mix in sour cream until combined, and fold in chocolate chips.
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Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool for an hour in the pan before turning over and releasing out of the pan. I like to take a butter knife or off-set spatula and go along the rim of the pan before turning it over to make sure nothing is stuck to the pan.
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To make the ganache, start by melting butter in a microwave safe bowl. Add cocoa powder and mix until smooth. Add in powdered sugar, peppermint extract and water. You can add a bit more powdered sugar or water to get your desired consistency.
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Pour ganache over cooled cake and sprinkle with peppermint candies.
Notes
Cakes will have the best results if made with room temperature ingredients. I like to pull my eggs, sour cream, and butter out of the fridge a few hours before I start baking.
If you prefer a richer chocolate flavor you can use a chocolate cake mix instead of a yellow one.
This cake is also good with powdered sugar dusted on the top.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 510kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 4gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 362mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 46gVitamin A: 268IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 133mgIron: 1mg
