Easy, Festive & Chocolatey
Need a quick and stunning holiday dessert idea? This Candy Cane Cake Decoration Hack is the perfect way to transform a simple frosted cake into a festive centerpiece! With crushed candy canes, silky Pascha 85% Dark Chocolate Ganache, and snowy vanilla frosting, this easy decorating trick brings Christmas cheer to any dessert table.
Best of all, it’s simple enough for anyone to make — no piping skills required. Just swirl, drizzle, and sprinkle your way to a winter-ready cake that tastes as good as it looks!
✨ Why You’ll Love This Candy Cane Cake
- Festive & easy – a quick decoration idea that looks bakery-perfect.
- Rich & chocolatey – made with Pascha 85% Dark Chocolate for an elegant ganache finish.
- Perfect for holidays – peppermint and chocolate are the ultimate Christmas pairing.
- No special tools – simple steps with beautiful results!
🎂 Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 cake iced with vanilla frosting
- 10 regular-size candy canes
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1 cup Pascha 85% Dark Chocolate Chips
- ¾ cup extra vanilla frosting
- 1 bar Pascha 85% Dark Chocolate
👩🍳 How to Make the Candy Cane Cake Decoration
Step 1: Prep the Cake
Start with a fully frosted vanilla cake. Make sure the top is smooth and the frosting is set before decorating.
Step 2: Crush & Apply Candy Canes
Place candy canes in a sealed plastic bag and crush them gently with a rolling pin. Press the crushed pieces into the bottom third of the cake to create a festive peppermint border.
Step 3: Make the Chocolate Ganache
In a small saucepan, heat the coconut cream until it just begins to bubble. Pour the hot cream over Pascha 85% Dark Chocolate Chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth and creamy. Allow to cool until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Decorate with Ganache
Once cooled, pour the ganache over the top of the cake, letting it drip naturally over the edges. For extra flair, use the back of a spoon or a rounded spatula to swirl the top into a festive pattern.
Step 5: Add the Finishing Touches
If desired, pipe small vanilla frosting swirls around the edge or sprinkle with extra crushed candy cane. Shave or curl pieces from the Pascha 85% Dark Chocolate Bar for a sophisticated garnish. Chill slightly before serving.
🎁 Recipe Tips & Variations
- For a mint-chocolate twist, add ¼ tsp peppermint extract to the ganache.
- Use Pascha Vegan White Baking Chips to drizzle white “snow” over the top.
- Decorate with whole mini candy canes for a playful look.
- Keep refrigerated until ready to serve for the cleanest chocolate drip.
🍫 Made with Pascha Chocolate
Pascha Chocolate is organic, vegan, dairy-free, soy-free, and gluten-free. Using Pascha 85% Dark Chocolate creates a rich, balanced ganache that perfectly complements the sweetness of vanilla frosting and peppermint candy. It’s the ultimate festive combination for any holiday celebration.
📝 Recipe Card
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Decorating Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Makes: 1 fully decorated cake
