Crème de Menthe Cake is a refreshingly cool dessert that combines light white cake, minty liqueur, rich fudge, and fluffy whipped cream. With its vibrant green hue and chilled presentation, it's an eye-catching treat that’s ideal for holidays or warm-weather gatherings. The flavor balance of chocolate and mint echoes the beloved combination of thin mints, while the use of boxed cake mix makes it accessible for any skill level. This recipe showcases mid-century convenience with a flair of elegance thanks to the crème de menthe and decorative maraschino cherries.
Ingredients
- 18½ oz white cake mix (1 package )
- 2 egg whites
- ¼ cup crème de menthe liqueur (divided)
- 1¼ cups water
- 16 oz chocolate fudge topping (1 can)
- 8 oz whipped topping
Optional:
- Maraschino cherries
- fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Step 1: Mix Cake Batter
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, egg whites, 1/4 cup water, and 2 tbsp crème de menthe.
- Beat for 2 minutes at high speed with an electric mixer. Reduce speed and beat on low for 1 more minute.
Step 2: Bake the Cake
- Pour batter into a greased 13x9x2-inch pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cake cool completely in the pan.
Step 3: Add Fudge Layer
- Spread chocolate fudge topping evenly over the cooled cake.
Step 4: Make Mint Whipped Topping
- Combine whipped topping with the remaining 2 tbsp crème de menthe.
- Mix until smooth.
Step 5: Frost and Chill
- Spread mint topping over the fudge layer.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Cut cake into squares.
- Garnish each piece with mint leaves and maraschino cherries if desired.
Tips
- Chill overnight for even cleaner slices and stronger mint flavor
- Use chocolate cake mix for a deeper chocolate contrast
- Swap maraschino cherries for Andes mints for a retro garnish
- Add crushed chocolate cookies between layers for texture
- Use green crème de menthe for a classic holiday look
- Cut into smaller squares for dessert tables or potlucks
- Serve slightly chilled, not frozen, for best texture
- Line pan with parchment for easy removal
- Pipe whipped topping decoratively instead of spreading
- Pair with coffee or hot chocolate for serving
Nutrition
Calories: 239kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 305mgPotassium: 108mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 1mg
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