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Monster Halloween Cake

Monster Halloween Cake: Make a Spooky Chocolate Treat

This Monster Halloween Cake is a festive centerpiece that combines rich chocolate flavor and whimsical decorations perfect for Halloween celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa Powder use unsweetened for best taste
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda make sure it’s fresh
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar can be swapped with coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt a pinch enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter can be replaced with vegetable oil
  • 3 Eggs ensure room temperature
  • 1 cup Milk can substitute almond milk
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract high-quality extract will elevate flavor
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar adjust for desired consistency
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder balance with powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter make sure it's softened
  • 2 tablespoons Milk use to adjust frosting consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract adds depth of flavor
For Decorations
  • as needed Halloween-themed candies candy spiders, gummy worms, etc.

Equipment

  • bundt pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Making the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the bundt pan generously with baking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly combined.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Mix in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Frost the cooled cake generously with chocolate icing and top with Halloween-themed decorations.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Drizzle extra chocolate sauce on top for an irresistible finishing touch!

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