Chocolate Peppermint Poke Cake

I saw this in Cake by Courtney's book and I knew we had to try it for Christmas dinner! My daughter, MISS made it and it was wonderful!

Cake

2 c  all-purpose flour
1 ¾ c granulated sugar
¾ c dark cocoa powder I use Extra Brute Cacao Barry
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
¾ tsp baking powder
3 eggs room temperature

Hot Fudge
1 c buttermilk room temperature
1 c hot water
½ c vegetable oil
1 tsp peppermint emulsion or extract
15.5 ounces hot fudge I use Mrs. Richardson's brand
*We had leftover chocolate ganache from fondue night last night so we used that instead of store bought fudge

Whipped Cream
¼ c milk
1 tsp peppermint emulsion or extract I use the LorAnn Oils brand
3 c heavy whipping cream
1 ½ c powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

For Garnish
Peppermint candies crushed

Crushed Oreos