Peppermint Chocolate Dump Cake with White Chocolate Layers

Let’s get real here, folks-there aren’t many things that scream joy and holiday cheer like sweet and melodious harmony between peppermint and chocolate.

The Peppermint Chocolate Dump Cake turns out to be a treat anyone could ask for during festivals and feasts with its sumptuous, oozing layers that melt in your mouth, topped with an absolutely irresistible topping of crushed candy canes for added flavor and festive flair.

It’s a delightful twist on the classic dump cake, infused with the comforting flavors of the season and made even more decadent with a luscious white chocolate filling that melts right into the cake. Trust me, one bite and you’ll be hooked!

Growing up, Mom always found ways to make the holiday season so jolly and charming, and to me, well, that was just very charming, nestled right in the warmth and comfort of our kitchen. I remember so well the air just filled with the sweet scent of chocolate mixed with refreshing peppermint-particularly on that very special night every year when we all got together to decorate our Christmas tree. We would listen to carols, and we would have a lot of laughter; then, of course, there was always time for piping hot peppermint hot chocolate. But without a doubt, the best part of the evening was always the desserts that followed after our tree decorating activities.

This Peppermint Chocolate Dump Cake reminds me of those times in my childhood when life was so festive and indulgent, filled with all the holiday vibes. I could still remember all those happy times when my brother and I unwrapped colors of candy canes and broke them up with a rolling pin and sprinkled them on top of these gorgeously baked cakes. Now, I get to relive that memory with my family, and this layered dessert really, really has captured the holidays-think rich chocolate and creamy white chocolate with a really liberal topping of peppermint crunch. Every time, it just sends me right back to those memories, so full of love and joy.

Serving Information

• Servings: 12 slices
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Bake Time: 35-40 minutes
• Calories: Approx. 360 per serving

Bonus Tips

• Candy Cane Crunch: The perfect balance will only result when one gets a mix of some of the finer, crumbled candy cane fragments and the somewhat larger pieces. And that delightful textural variation alone has to do a great deal to make this topping so much more interesting and fun.
• Gooey Goodness: Bake a bit undercooked so you achieve a gooiest inside-like in a lava cake-for those who love the ‘filled-centre’.
• Serving Warm: This scrumptious cake is best when served warm. If you bake and prepare it beforehand, then place it again in the oven for a few minutes, just to heat it thoroughly before serving to your guests.

Serving Suggestions

• Festive Toppings: Large dollops of whipped cream or big slabs of rich chocolate syrup are perfect, serving slices individually in the most special and festive way. It pairs well with hot chocolate, definitely a treat of the season, with a glass of piping hot, velvety-textured hot chocolate.
• Peppermint Ice Cream Topping: So, if you are indulgent and want to treat yourself, then just add a glorious scoop of peppermint ice cream to give your dessert a complete feel. It will not only be beautiful in contrast but will work just perfect to balance the warm, rich chocolate with something cool and refreshingly invigorating.

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This adorable Peppermint Chocolate Dump Cake is seriously the star of the show and just perfect to share with loved ones this holiday season. Rich chocolate with creamy, melty white chocolate-this really is an overindulgent treat, perfect for the fun, festive crunch of crushed candy canes. This must be one of those desserts to be remembered years and years afterward, no doubt.

Please don’t forget to leave me a note below this post and share with me how this cake will turn out for you: served at a warm family gathering full of laughs or maybe on a cozy holiday night spent home enjoying time with family?

I really want to hear all your wonderful stories!

Peppermint Chocolate Dump Cake with White Chocolate Layers

Recipe by EmmaCourse: Cake Ideas

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

35

minutes

Calories

360

kcal

Ingredients

• For the Cake:

• 1 box of chocolate cake mix

• 1 cup of milk

• 3 large eggs

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

• 2 tsp peppermint extract

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 cup white chocolate chips

• 1/4 cup crushed candy canes (plus extra for topping)

• For the White Chocolate Layer:

• 1 1/2 cups white chocolate (melted)

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• For the Topping:

• 1 1/2 cups crushed candy canes

• 1/4 cup mini marshmallows (optional, for extra texture)
  

Steps

• Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13×9-inch rectangular baking pan and set aside.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, milk, eggs, vegetable oil, and peppermint extract. Beat until smooth and well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
• Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and crushed candy canes for a bit of extra texture and flavor.
• Step 2: Create the White Chocolate Filling
• In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until completely smooth.
• Slowly whisk in the heavy cream until the mixture is silky and creamy.
• Pour half of your cake batter into the prepared pan, then spread the melted white chocolate mixture evenly over the first layer of cake batter.
• Step 3: Bake the Cake
• Carefully pour the remaining cake batter over the white chocolate layer, ensuring it’s fully covered.
• Bake the cake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out with a few moist crumbs. You want the cake to be gooey in the center.
• Step 4: Add the Final White Chocolate and Peppermint Topping
• Once the cake is out of the oven, immediately pour the rest of the melted white chocolate over the top, spreading it evenly.
• Sprinkle the crushed candy canes generously over the white chocolate layer, and if you’d like, scatter some mini marshmallows for extra texture.
• Step 5: Let it Set and Serve
• Allow the cake to cool slightly so the white chocolate sets, but it should still be slightly warm when served.
• Slice into squares and watch as the creamy white chocolate filling oozes out from the center!