Fudgy Peppermint Stick Torte Recipe

INGREDIENTS

• 1-1/2 cups butter, softened
• 3-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
• 4 Eggland's Best Eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/4 cups baking cocoa
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2-1/2 cups cold water
• FILLING:
• 1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup crushed peppermint candies, divided