Gluten Free Chocolate Peppermint Cake

"This gluten free peppermint chocolate cake is a rich, festive dessert made for the holidays. Deep dark chocolate layers meet a tangy peppermint cream cheese frosting in a show-stopping candy cane design that is completely doable at home. This cake feels like Christmas on a plate. The bold cocoa flavor is balanced by a whisper of cool peppermint, like a peppermint patty. Refreshing without overpowering the chocolate. I love this cake recipe for its reliable structure and moist crumb. The key is tempering the melted chocolate into the batter before folding it in, which keeps the cake tender and smooth. And if you've ever battled dry or crumbly gluten free cake layers, you'll appreciate how this version stays soft even after a night in the fridge."

Preparation Time30 min

Chilling Time30 min

Cooking Time40 min

Cooking MethodOven

Cooking Vessel Size8-inch baking pans