Description
Savor the rich chocolate goodness of our Black Velvet Halloween Cake, a treat that combines moist layers with a creamy cream cheese frosting. This cake isn’t just for Halloween; it’s perfect for any celebration, guaranteed to impress your guests with its striking black hue and delightful flavor. Easy to bake and even easier to enjoy, this cake will become a staple at your gatherings all year round.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder (Dutch-processed)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- Black food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sugar.
- Make a well in the center; add buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly into prepared pans and tap gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cakes to cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth for the frosting. Add black food coloring if desired.
- Frost cooled cakes and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg