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Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake

Indulge in Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake Magic

Delight in the spooky presentation and rich flavor of this Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake, perfect for Halloween festivities.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • ¾ cup black cocoa powder regular unsweetened cocoa can alter color and flavor
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder ensure freshness
  • 1½ teaspoons baking soda ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk can substitute with plant-based milk plus vinegar or lemon juice
  • ¾ cup canola oil melted coconut oil can be used
  • 3 large eggs can use flax eggs or aquafaba for vegan
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract omit if necessary
  • 1 cup hot brewed coffee can substitute with hot water
For the Blackberry Compote
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries can substitute with raspberries
  • ½ cup sugar adjust based on berry sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice can substitute with lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch can substitute with arrowroot
For the Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese can use vegan cream cheese
  • ½ cup unsalted butter can replace with vegan butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar no substitutions recommended

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Sift together all-purpose flour, black cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Whisk together buttermilk, canola oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients into the dry mixture without overmixing.
  5. Stir in hot brewed coffee until the batter is smooth.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes.
  7. Prepare the blackberry compote by boiling blackberries, sugar, lemon juice, and zest.
  8. Make the frosting by beating cream cheese and butter, then adding powdered sugar until fluffy.
  9. Assemble the cake by layering the cake, compote, and frosting, then chill.
  10. Frost the cake and decorate with chocolate skulls, berries, and edible petals.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This cake is perfect for Halloween celebrations with endless customization options.

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