Description
Black Velvet Halloween Cake is a show-stopping dessert that perfectly captures the spirit of Halloween with its rich cocoa flavor and velvety texture. This dark, moist cake is ideal for spooky celebrations, showcasing eerie decorations or luscious frosting that will delight both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or simply indulging in seasonal treats, this cake promises to impress with its stunning appearance and unforgettable taste experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk mixed with 1 tbsp vinegar)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy. Gradually mix in buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine the dry mixture with wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Divide batter between pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks. Frost once completely cool.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg