Divide the dough between the prepared tins. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Make the glaze: Beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, peppermint extract and food coloring until frosting is smooth and spreadable. Add the chocolate chips.
Assemble the cake: Place a layer of cake on the serving plate and spread with icing.Repeat with remaining layers. Cover the outside of the cake with the remaining frosting.
Garnish: Garnish with additional chocolate chips or mint leaves if desired.
Serve and enjoy: Chill the cake for about an hour before serving so that the icing can set. Slice and serve this chocolate and mint wonder!Whether it’s a birthday, holiday or special occasion, this mint chocolate cake will be the star of the show!