INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups
granulated sugar
3/4 cup
unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp
espresso powder (optional)
1 1/2 tsp
baking soda
1 tsp
baking powder
1 tsp
kosher salt
3/4 cup
whole milk
3/4 cup
room-temperature water
2
eggs
3 tbsp
vegetable oil
1 tsp
peppermint extract
2 cups
unsalted butter, room temperature
5 cups
powdered sugar
1/2 tsp
peppermint extract
1 1/2 cups
bittersweet chocolate
2 tsp
heavy cream
1 1/2 cups
crushed candy canes or peppermint candies