Name: Peppermint Mocha Layer Cake
Prep time: 1 h 1 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 31 min
Yield: 9 " Layer Cake; 8 large slices
Ingredients: For the peppermint mocha cake:; 2 cups granulated sugar; 1 cup light brown sugar, packed; 2 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (not packed!); 1 and 1/2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted; 3 teaspoons baking soda; 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 and 1/4 teaspoons salt; 3 large eggs + 2 large egg yolks, at room temperature; 1 cup full-fat sour cream; 3/4 cup whole milk; 3/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons peppermint extract; 1 and 1/2 cups hot coffee; For the Chocolate Frosting:; 2 cups unsalted butter (4 sticks, 16 ounces), VERY soft; 4 and 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted; 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted; 1 teaspoon peppermint extract; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 tablespoons heavy cream (more if needed); For the Mocha Ganache:; 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped; 1 teaspoon espresso powder; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 cup peppermint candies (or candy canes), chopped