Chocolate and peppermint? What could be a better dessert combination for a holiday dessert? This make-ahead, moist, dense chocolate cake is studded with pieces of chocolate-covered peppermint patties, which contribute an intense mint flavor. Crushed peppermint candy adds crunch and a festive touch to the ganache topping.
Acclaimed author Elinor Klivins came up with this family favorite dessert that is the essence of sweet holiday flavors. You’ll need to purchase chocolate peppermint patties from your market or online. Dark Peppermints from See’s or York Peppermint Patties work well for this recipe. It gives the cake an extra layer of flavor. You’ll also need hard peppermint candies to sprinkle on the chocolate ganache frosting just before serving….
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