Description
Indulge in the hauntingly delightful Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake, a perfect blend of rich cocoa and a hint of vanilla. This moist and velvety cake is not only visually striking with its dark color but also delivers an enchanting flavor that captivates your taste buds. Ideal for Halloween gatherings or cozy fall evenings, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, leaving everyone craving more long after the spooky festivities end.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round cake pans with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- 3. In another bowl, mix the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 4. Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- 5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 6. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks. Frost with your favorite frosting once completely cool.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (88g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg