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Spiderweb Chocolate Cake

Decadent Spiderweb Chocolate Cake to Thrill Your Halloween Party

Indulge in this rich Spiderweb Chocolate Cake perfect for Halloween celebrations, combining delightful flavors and stunning presentation.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar or brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 3/4 cup Cocoa powder Dutch-processed for smoother taste
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder ensure freshness
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Butter can use margarine for non-dairy
  • 4 large Eggs or flaxseed mixture for vegan
  • 2 tsp Vanilla extract or almond extract
  • 1 cup Buttermilk or homemade by mixing milk and vinegar
For the Spiderweb Decoration
  • 1 cup White chocolate chips or white chocolate bars
  • 1 cup Dark chocolate
  • 1 tbsp Food coloring optional

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • Piping bag
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk.
  3. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined.
  4. Bake the Cakes: Pour batter into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Prepare the Spiderweb Decoration: Melt white chocolate chips until smooth; add food coloring if desired.
  6. Assemble the Cake: Layer the baked cakes with frosting and prepare for decoration.
  7. Create the Spiderweb Design: Pipe the melted white chocolate into a spiderweb design on top of the cake.
  8. Final Touches: Add chocolate decorations to enhance the spooky look before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Room temperature ingredients yield better results. Avoid overmixing for a lighter texture.

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