¼cupcrushed candy canes or peppermint candiesfor topping
Instructions
For the cake:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and coat a 9-inch bundt pan with non-stick baking spray.
In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix, milk, eggs, butter, and peppermint extract until smooth and smooth.
Pour the batter into the bundt cake pan and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the cake pan for 15-20 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the cake to a plate or cake stand and allow it to cool fully.
For the ganache:
In a small pot, bring the heavy whipping cream and espresso powder to a slow simmer, stirring often.
Using a strainer, strain the heavy whipping cream into a heat-safe bowl (to ensure there are no clumps of espresso powder remaining).
Add the chocolate chips. Allow to sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth.
Pour the ganache evenly over the top of the cooled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Sprinkle with crushed peppermints.
Notes
Can't find a triple chocolate cake mix? Dark chocolate cake mix works well too!Feel free to use your favorite homemade chocolate cake recipe instead of a boxed mix. Just be sure to add the peppermint extract to the cake batter.Store cake covered at room temperate if serving the same day, or in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.