Ghost Halloween Cake
Ghost Halloween Cake is a delightful treat that brings the spirit of Halloween to your table. With its rich chocolate flavor and whimsical design, this cake is perfect for parties or cozy celebrations at home. It features fluffy layers filled with creamy frosting, making it an unforgettable centerpiece that will impress both kids and adults alike. Bake this hauntingly delicious cake to create sweet memories this spooky season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Black food coloring (to preference)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs, milk, and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting, beat together butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and black food coloring until smooth. Decorate the cooled cakes generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 39g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg