Instructions: 1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Bake the Cake: Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer.Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
5. Chill the Cake: Place the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the ganache is set.
6. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, sprinkle crushed candy canes over the top for garnish, if desired. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your decadent Chocolate Peppermint Pie Cake!