Description
Moist Halloween Chocolate Layer Cake with Creamy Buttercream is the ultimate indulgence for chocolate lovers. This rich, velvety cake features layers of tender chocolate goodness frosted with creamy buttercream that’s irresistible at any gathering. Perfect for Halloween or any celebration, this showstopper will delight your guests and create lasting memories. With easy-to-follow instructions and essential tips, you’ll master this delightful dessert in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- For frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda until combined.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- For the buttercream, beat softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder while mixing in heavy cream to achieve desired consistency.
- Assemble the cake by layering frosting between the cooled cakes and covering the top and sides.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg