Description
A deliciously spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake that combines rich flavors with a festive appearance, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- Black food coloring (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Slowly add the boiling water and black food coloring, mixing until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake 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 before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost with your favorite frosting and decorate for Halloween.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider using dark cocoa powder.
- Ensure the cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
- Decorate with Halloween-themed sprinkles or edible decorations for a festive touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg