Peppermint Ribbon Cake

By Nicole S

Ingredients

• 1 package white cake mix (regular size)
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
• 1/2 cup plus 2 T crushed peppermint candies, divided
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 T milk

Details

Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 60mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Transfer 1 cup to a small bowl; stir in the extract, food coloring and 1/2 cup crushed candies.

2. Spoon 2 cups of remaining batter into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Carefully top with peppermint batter; do not swirl. Top with remaining plain batter.

3. Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Combine confectioners' sugar and milk; drizzle over cake. Sprinkle with remaining crushed candies.