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Black Velvet Halloween Cake

Spooky 2-Layer Black Velvet Halloween Cake You’ll Crave


  • Author: iyma hernandes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A spooky and delicious Black Velvet Halloween Cake perfect for your Halloween celebrations. This cake features a deep black color with a moist and tender crumb.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp black food coloring gel
  • 1 tsp white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla, and black food coloring.
  4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until combined.
  5. Stir in vinegar and mix well.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Frost with cream cheese frosting once fully cooled.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring for a deep black color.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Black Velvet Cake, Halloween Dessert, Spooky Cake