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Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars

Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars for Spooky Sweet Fun

Delightful Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars combine rich chocolate cake and vibrant green buttercream for a spooky and fun dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 jars
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Self-Raising Flour Use all-purpose flour with baking powder if unavailable.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar No substitutions recommended.
  • 0.5 cups Butter (unsalted) Margarine can be used but may alter the flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan option.
  • 0.5 cups Unsweetened Black Cocoa Powder Replace with regular cocoa powder for a milder taste.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure freshness or swap with baking soda.
  • 1 tsp Salt No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy options like almond or soy milk work fine.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract for flavor variation.
For the Buttercream
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar No substitutions recommended.
  • 2 tbsp Electric Green Food Coloring Optional; can use gel colors or omit.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Fondant (orange & black) Chocolate or royal icing can be substituted.
  • 0.5 cups Sprinkles Any themed decorations may be used.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Cake tin
  • Round Cutter
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • refrigerator
  • oven

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease a 9-inch square cake tin with butter and dust with flour.
  2. Cream together the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs in pairs, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Alternately mix with milk into the creamed mixture.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
  6. Cool the cake completely in the tin for about 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Buttercream Preparation
  1. Cream the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fluffy.
  2. Add electric green food coloring to the buttercream and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
Assembling Cake Jars
  1. Cut the cooled cake into 3-inch rounds using a round cutter.
  2. Layer a sprinkle of colorful sprinkles at the bottom of each jar. Place a cake round on top, followed by green buttercream.
  3. Repeat for a second layer with another cake round followed by more buttercream, swirling the top.
  4. Insert fondant witch legs as decoration peeking out from the buttercream.
  5. Garnish with additional sprinkles or themed decorations if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure the cake is cool before frosting and layer gently to maintain presentation.

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