Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake
Delight in the hauntingly delicious Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake, a perfect blend of rich cocoa and vanilla flavors with an enticing dark hue. This easy-to-make cake is ideal for Halloween gatherings, leaving guests enchanted with its moist texture and striking appearance. Decorate it with playful toppings for a festive touch that will please both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Halloween
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- For Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla using an electric mixer until smooth.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Once cooled, frost with cream cheese frosting and decorate as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - For added spookiness, consider decorating with edible eyes or Halloween-themed sprinkles. - If you prefer a sweeter frosting, adjust the amount of powdered sugar to taste.