Description
Indulge in the ultimate Halloween treat with this Moist Halloween Chocolate Layer Cake topped with Creamy Buttercream. This delectable dessert features rich, velvety layers of chocolate cake paired with a luscious buttercream frosting, making it the star of any spooky celebration. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this cake delivers both stunning visuals and irresistible flavor. Elevate your Halloween festivities with this delightful confection that promises to create lasting memories.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- Food coloring (black/orange) – optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Gradually combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool before leveling tops if needed.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar until creamy; gradually add milk for desired consistency and mix in food coloring if desired.
- Assemble by layering cakes with frosting in between and covering the entire cake with remaining frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg