Ultimate Halloween Cake

Ouadie Rhabbouron

  • 3-4 cups powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

    • For the Decoration:

    • Black icing

    • Orange icing

    • White icing

    • Candy eyes

    • Spider rings

    • Cobweb designs

    • Edible glitter (optional)

    Instructions

    Make the Red Velvet Cake:

    1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.

    2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. Set aside.

    3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

    4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

    5. Stir in red food coloring and vanilla extract until the mixture is a beautiful deep red color.

    6. Alternate adding the flour mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined after each addition.

    7. Stir in vinegar until just combined. Don't overmix!

    8. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

    9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.

    10. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely.

    Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:

    1. Beat softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).

    2. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition, until you reach spreading consistency.

    3. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.

    Assemble the Cake:

    1. Place one cake layer on your serving plate. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top.

    2. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the entire cake with remaining frosting.

    3. Smooth or swirl the frosting as desired.

    Decorate for Halloween:

    1. Using black icing, draw spider webs across the top of the cake.

    2. Add candy eyes to create spooky designs.

    3. Place spider rings, fondant decorations, or edible glitter on top.

    4. Optional: Create an ombre effect by layering different shades of orange icing around the sides.

    5. Let the frosting set for at least 30 minutes before serving.

    Pro Tips for the Ultimate Halloween Cake

    Use Quality Cocoa Powder – Dutch-process cocoa powder gives a richer color and depth of flavor.

    Don't Overmix – Overmixing can result in a dense cake. Mix until ingredients are just combined.

    Room Temperature Ingredients – Soften butter and cream cheese ahead of time for smooth, creamy mixing.

    Level Your Cakes – Use a cake leveler or serrated knife to create an even surface for stacking.

    Chill Before Frosting – Let cake layers cool completely (even refrigerate) before frosting for easier handling.

    Work with Cold Frosting – Cold frosting spreads more smoothly than room temperature frosting.

    Get Creative – Use any Halloween decorations! Fondant bats, candy corn, gummy worms—whatever fits your theme.

    Storage Tips

    Room Temperature – Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.

    Refrigerator – Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days (cream cheese frosting keeps well chilled).

    Freezer – Freeze unfrosted cake layers for up to 3 months. Frost after thawing.

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve this Ultimate Halloween Cake at:

    • Halloween parties

    • Spooky dinner gatherings

    • Fall celebrations

    • Office Halloween events

    • Trick-or-treat gatherings

    Pair with hot apple cider, coffee, or a cold glass of milk for the perfect Halloween treat!

    Variations

    Spider Web Design – Use white icing to create intricate cobwebs on top.

    Mummy Cake – Wrap white frosting in strips and add candy eyes for a mummy effect.

    Haunted House – Decorate to look like a spooky mansion with fondant details.

    Black Cat – Shape frosting to resemble a black cat face with candy eyes.

    Nutritional Information (Approximate)

    Servings: 12-16 slices
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Bake Time: 35 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes (plus cooling and decorating)
    Calories per slice: ~380 kcal

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