Easy Witch Cake
A fun and festive Halloween cake that’s simple to make and perfect for celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- Black and green food coloring
- Edible decorations (eyeballs, sprinkles)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
- Mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl until well combined.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Incorporate the boiling water into the batter, which will be thin.
- Pour the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.
- Prepare frosting by beating the softened butter, then gradually adding powdered sugar and cream until fluffy.
- Color the frosting, dividing it into two bowls with black and green food coloring.
- Assemble the cake by placing one layer on a serving plate, spreading black frosting on top, then adding the second layer.
- Frost the entire cake with green frosting and create a textured look.
- Decorate with edible decorations on top for a spooky effect.
Notes
Ensure cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting. Use high-quality cocoa powder for better flavor.