Easy Peppermint Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake Cake 🎄
A delightful holiday dessert featuring a rich chocolate cake swirled with creamy cheesecake, topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and festive crushed peppermint candy canes. Easy to make and perfect for any celebration!
Equipment
- 9x13 inch Baking Dish
- Electric Hand Mixer
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake
- 1 box Devil's Food chocolate cake mix 15.25 ounce
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Cheesecake Swirl
- 1 block cream cheese 8 ounce, softened (for a lighter option, use reduced-fat cream cheese)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg white
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened (half of a standard 8 oz block)
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons milk any kind, or use skim milk for a healthier choice
- 3 peppermint candy canes crushed
Instructions
- Get Ready: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Make Cake Batter: In a large bowl, prepare the chocolate cake batter exactly as directed on your cake mix box, using the eggs, water, and oil. Set it aside for a moment.
- Whip Up Cheesecake Swirl: In a separate medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and egg white. Using an electric hand mixer, beat these ingredients on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is beautifully smooth and well combined.
- Layer the Cake: Pour half of your chocolate cake batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Next, spoon generous dollops of the cream cheese mixture all over the cake batter. Gently swirl the cream cheese into the chocolate batter using the back of your spoon – don't overmix, just create lovely ribbons of flavor!
- Add More Batter: Carefully pour the remaining chocolate cake batter over the swirled cream cheese layer, spreading it gently and evenly to cover all the cheesecake mixture.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack before you even think about frosting it!
- Prepare Frosting: While the cake cools, prepare the frosting. In a clean bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, then mix in the vanilla extract and milk until your frosting is perfectly smooth and creamy.
- Decorate & Serve: Once the cake is completely cool, spread the delicious cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Finish by sprinkling the crushed peppermint candy canes all over for a festive touch. Slice and enjoy your delightful, homemade treat!
Notes
This Easy Peppermint Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake Cake is perfect for holiday gatherings or a special treat!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 380
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fat: 20g
Protein: 5g
Calories: 380
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fat: 20g
Protein: 5g
