Spooky Ghost Cake – A Fun and Easy Halloween Dessert Idea!

Introduction

Halloween is the perfect time for spooky treats, and Ella Chef brings you the ultimate Halloween dessert: the Spooky Ghost Cake! This cake is not only delicious but also incredibly fun to make and decorate. With its playful ghostly design and moist, fluffy texture, it’s a guaranteed hit at any Halloween party or celebration. Whether you’re hosting a kids’ party or simply want to add a spooky touch to your Halloween feast, this easy-to-make ghost cake will bring both a spooky and sweet atmosphere to your holiday.

Spooky Ghost Cake

This fun and easy Spooky Ghost Cake is the perfect Halloween dessert for all ages. Decorated with a ghostly white frosting and spooky eyes, it’s sure to delight your guests!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 12 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups whipped cream for frosting
• 1 cup black decorating gel for ghost eyes

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth and well-combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, frost the cakes with whipped cream. Use black decorating gel to draw spooky ghost eyes on the top of the cake to complete the spooky ghost design.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This Spooky Ghost Cake is the perfect Halloween dessert for kids and adults alike. It’s fun to make, and its ghostly design will definitely steal the spotlight at any Halloween party!

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How to Make the Recipe

1. Preheat the oven and prepare the pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to ensure the cake comes out easily.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Add milk and vanilla: Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth and well-combined.
5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a light texture.
6. Bake the cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Frost and decorate: Once the cakes are cooled, frost them with whipped cream. Use black decorating gel to create spooky ghost eyes on top of the cake.

Conclusion

This Spooky Ghost Cake is an easy and fun Halloween dessert that’s perfect for any spooky celebration. Its ghostly design and light, fluffy texture make it a great treat for kids and adults alike. Serve it at a Halloween party, a spooky birthday celebration, or as a fun family treat. Happy Halloween!