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Frankenstein Cake

Frankenstein Cake
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Indulge in the whimsical spirit of Halloween with this delightful Frankenstein Cake! Featuring moist green velvet layers and a luscious cream cheese buttercream, this cake is not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the taste buds. Its vibrant hue and charming design make it an ideal centerpiece for Halloween parties or themed birthday celebrations. Easy to bake and serve, this spooky dessert is sure to impress your guests and create lasting memories. Get ready to elevate your festive baking game with this fun recipe!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 squirts of green gel food coloring (or 1 Tbsp liquid food coloring)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp fine salt (for frosting)
  • 8 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream, room temperature
  • Electric Green Gel Food Coloring (for decoration)
  • Black Gel Food Coloring (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, oil, green gel food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar. Gradually add this mixture to the creamed butter mixture.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans. Bake for about 28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let them cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  7. For the frosting, beat the unsalted butter until creamy. Add cream cheese and mix until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and salt while mixing on low speed. Add heavy whipping cream as needed for desired consistency.
  8. Once cooled, place one layer on a greaseproof board. Spread frosting on top before adding the second layer. Frost the entire outside of the cake.
  9. Use electric green gel food coloring to tint some frosting for decoration. Use piping bags fitted with different tips to create fun designs that resemble Frankenstein’s face.

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