Spooky Halloween Cake with Green and Black Frosting
A visually spectacular Halloween cake featuring vibrant green and black frosting, perfect for celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4-5 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- Green and black food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.
- Combine mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently. Stir in the boiling water until well combined.
- Bake the cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Make the frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing on low until combined. Add milk until desired consistency is achieved.
- Color the frosting: Divide the frosting into two bowls. Color one bowl with green food coloring and the other with black.
- Frost the cake: Place one layer on a serving platter. Spread a layer of green frosting on top, then add the second layer. Use black frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake.
Notes
Chill the cake for 30 minutes after frosting to help set the frosting before serving. Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.