Halloween Cake

This spooky Halloween cake is made with rich chocolate cake layers, covered in orange buttercream, and decorated with fun Halloween-themed designs!

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 1

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

9-inch round cake pans
Electric mixer

Method

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat together the sugar, eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Pour in the boiling water and stir until the batter is smooth.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat together the powdered sugar, softened butter, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. Frost the cooled cakes and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 50gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This rich Halloween cake pairs wonderfully with themed decorations like spooky eyes, spiders, and cobwebs!