This quick recipe uses regular cake mix, any brand, and any type of whipped topping. It is a great dessert for after dinner, or anytime and especially a treat for St. Patrick’s Day (easy way to get something "green"). You can use creme de menthe flavoring if you don’t have the actual liqueur.
Original recipe makes 1 – 13×9 inch sheet cake
Ingredients
1 (18.25 ounce) package white cake mix
3 tablespoons creme de menthe liqueur
1 (16 ounce) can chocolate syrup
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 tablespoons creme de menthe liqueur
Directions
- Prepare 1 box white cake mix as directed, except substitute 3 tablespoons Creme de Menthe flavoring or liqueur, for 3 tablespoons water.
- Pour into 13×9 inch pan and bake according to package directions.
- Remove from oven and while HOT, poke holes in cake with fork. Then pour chocolate syrup over the top. Refrigerate (or freeze, if desired). After cooling, mix whipped topping with 2 tablespoons of creme de menthe and spread on cake. Keep refrigerated. Freezes great!!
Nutrition
Calories: 318 kcal
Carbohydrates: 55.5 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 8.4 g
Fiber: 1.2 g
Protein: 2.5 g
Sodium: 270 mg