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Peppermint Mocha Cake Bars

Peppermint Mocha Cake Bars

Peppermint Mocha Cake Bars blend rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors, making them the ultimate festive treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Large eggs at room temperature
  • ½ cup Melted butter or vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract pure is best
  • 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate
For the Frosting
  • 4 ounces Cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar sifted
  • 2 tablespoons Milk add more for a pourable glaze

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • baking pan
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Making the Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a baking pan.
  2. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl.
  3. Mix melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract in another bowl until smooth.
  4. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. For the Frosting: Beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
  7. Gradually add milk until you reach a smooth consistency, perfect for spreading.
  8. Once cooled, spread the frosting over the baked bars and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Optional: Top with crushed peppermint candies for an extra festive touch.

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