Mint Swirl Fudge Cake | Reader's Digest Canada

Ingredients

• 1 package white cake mix (regular size)
• 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
• 1/2 cup + 3 tbsp water (divided)
• 3 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 3 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1/4 cup creme de menthe flavoring syrup or creme de menthe
• 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
• Green food colouring (optional)
• 3 tbsp water
• 2 tbsp baking cocoa
• 6 ounces unsweetened chocolate (melted)
• 1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1 ounce semisweet chocolate (melted)
• 2 to 3 tbsp water
• Crushed spearmint candies (optional)