Ghostbusters Cake
An easy and fun Halloween cake with a spooky design, perfect for celebrations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup milk (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Black food coloring (for decoration)
- Ghost-shaped sprinkles or candies (for decoration)
- Optional: Edible eyes (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir this mixture into the dry ingredients until smooth.
- Add boiling water: Carefully stir in the boiling water until combined. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
- Bake the cakes: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes: Once baked, allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then, remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the frosting: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with milk. Mix until it reaches a spreadable consistency.
- Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread a layer of frosting on top, and then place the second layer on top. Use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake.
- Decorate the cake: Use black food coloring to create fun designs. Then, place ghost-shaped candies or sprinkles on top, and add edible eyes for a whimsical touch.
Notes
Level the cakes for easier stacking and ensure eggs and milk are at room temperature for better texture.