Make-Ahead Holiday Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil; set aside. In a large bowl, combine milk and chocolate syrup; fold in whipped cream. Pour into prepared pan; cover and freeze for 6 hours.
2. 2
   Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using a greased and floured 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Cool for 10 minutes; invert onto a wire rack to cool completely. Transfer to a serving platter.
3. 3
   Remove cream mixture from the freezer; carefully invert onto cake and remove foil. Spread whipped topping over top and sides. Return to the freezer for 2 hours.
4. 4
   May be frozen for up to 2 months. Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before cutting.
5. 5
   Just before serving, drizzle with additional chocolate syrup; garnish with mint and cherries.