Nothing Bundt Cakes Peppermint Chocolate Chip is a festive chocolate dessert inspired by the classic holiday combination of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint. This moist bundt cake features chocolate chips throughout, a smooth cream cheese frosting finish, and a seasonal flavor profile perfect for Christmas gatherings, holiday parties, and special celebrations.
Servings 12servings
Course Dessert, Cake, Baking
Cuisine American
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
Unsweetened cocoa powder
Granulated sugar
Baking powder
Baking soda
Salt
Eggs
Milk or buttermilk
Vegetable oil
Vanilla extract
Peppermint extract
Chocolate chips
Cream cheese
Butter
Powdered sugar
Heavy cream or milk for frosting consistency
Crushed peppermint candiesoptional decoration
Equipment
Bundt cake pan
Large mixing bowls
Electric mixer or hand mixer
Measuring cups and spoons
Spatula
Whisk
Cake tester or toothpick
Cooling rack
Serving plate
Piping bag for frosting (optional)
Method
Preheat the oven and prepare the bundt cake pan by greasing it thoroughly to prevent sticking.
Combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
Add eggs, milk, oil, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Mix until the batter becomes smooth and well combined.
Fold chocolate chips into the batter to create rich chocolate flavor in every bite.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt cake pan and smooth the top.
Bake until the cake is fully set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the pan.
Prepare the cream cheese frosting by combining cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and cream until smooth.
Spread or drizzle the frosting over the cooled cake and decorate with crushed peppermint candies if desired.
Slice and serve the Nothing Bundt Cakes Peppermint Chocolate Chip cake for a festive dessert experience.