Skull Halloween Layer Cake
Indulge in the spooky spirit of Halloween with this Skull Halloween Layer Cake, a delightful dessert featuring rich chocolate layers and vibrant frosting. Perfect for gatherings, this cake serves as both an irresistible treat and a captivating centerpiece. The fluffy cake combined with creamy frosting creates a mouthwatering experience, while the whimsical skull design adds a festive touch to your celebrations. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying family time, this cake is sure to be the highlight of any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- Food coloring (black & orange)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until blended. Gradually mix into dry ingredients.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, blend powdered sugar with cream cheese until fluffy; add food coloring as desired.
- Stack layers with frosting in between and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg