"Our chocolate peppermint cake is the perfect festive recipe if you’re looking to add Christmas cheer into your holiday season...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups sugar
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1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup baking cocoa
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1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup milk
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1/2 cup canola oil
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2 eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 cup boiling water
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FILLING:
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 drops red food coloring, optional
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2/3 cup crushed peppermint candy, divided
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GLAZE:
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons baking cocoa
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2 tablespoons water
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup confectioners' sugar