Halloween has always been one of Ella Chef’s favorite holidays. The decorations, the costumes, and, of course, the food! She recalls a time when she first baked a Halloween-themed cake for her family, a fun way to make the spooky season even more memorable. She had decorated the cake with chocolate icing, spider webs, and candy eyeballs, creating a dessert that was both delicious and delightfully eerie. Ella’s Halloween cakes have since become a tradition in her home, bringing joy and spooky sweetness to all who enjoy them. This year, she’s sharing her recipe for a perfect Halloween cake.
Halloween Cake Recipe in WP Recipe Maker Format
Halloween Cake
Ingredients
Equipment
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 decorate with Halloween-themed toppings such as spiders or pumpkins!
Nutrition
Notes
How to Make Halloween Cakes
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until fully combined. Then, carefully pour in the boiling water and stir the mixture until smooth.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in their pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them 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. Once the cakes are cool, frost them generously with the buttercream frosting. Get creative with your Halloween decorations, adding themed touches like edible spiders, pumpkin candies, or even candy eyeballs.
Conclusion
Halloween cakes are a fun way to bring festive flavor to any spooky gathering. Ella Chef’s recipe combines the rich taste of chocolate with a vibrant, creative design perfect for Halloween. The cake’s moist texture, paired with the orange buttercream frosting, makes it both a visual and culinary delight. Whether you’re celebrating with family or hosting a Halloween party, this cake is sure to make the day extra special. So, grab your ingredients, start baking, and enjoy this spooky treat with your loved ones!