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Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake Recipe

Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake Recipe
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Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake is a deliciously moist and rich chocolate cake with a striking black color, perfect for Halloween celebrations. This decadent cake combines classic black velvet flavors with a smooth cream cheese frosting, making it both visually stunning and irresistibly tasty.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp black gel food coloring

Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the granulated sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Then stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and black gel food coloring until the batter is smooth and uniformly colored.
  4. Blend Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender and moist.
  5. Bake the Cakes: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans. Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
  6. Cool the Cakes: Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely on wire racks before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  7. Prepare the Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter together until creamy and smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  8. Frost the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of one cake layer. Place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the assembled cake for a smooth, finished look.

Notes

  • Ensure the cakes are completely cool before frosting to avoid melting the cream cheese frosting.
  • Use black gel food coloring for a more intense color without thinning the batter.
  • For best texture, avoid overmixing the batter after combining wet and dry ingredients.
  • This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Bring the cake to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.

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Keywords: Black Velvet Cake, Halloween Cake, Chocolate Cake, Cream Cheese Frosting, spooky cake, party dessert

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