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Spooky Halloween Marble Cake

A visually striking dessert featuring a blend of red and black, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour Essential for structure.
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder Helps the cake rise.
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda Balances acidity in the batter.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Keeps the cake tender.
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar Sweetens and helps with browning.
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 4 large eggs Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 cup buttermilk Provides acidity and moisture.
  • 5 oz bittersweet chocolate Infuses rich chocolate flavor.
  • 2 1/4 cups unsalted butter Base for frosting, providing creaminess.
  • 8 cups powdered sugar Sweetens and thickens frosting texture.
  • 1 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder Deep chocolate flavor in frosting.
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract Enhances frosting flavor profile.
  • 5-7 tbsp water/cream Adjusts frosting consistency as needed.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Balances sweetness in frosting.
  • 4 oz red Wilton candy melts Used for 'blood' effect on top of cake.
  • 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream To melt with candy melts for drizzling consistency.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to ensure easy removal after baking.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter, vegetable oil, and sugar until fluffy and light in color.
  4. Add eggs one at a time while mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk and melted bittersweet chocolate until smooth before gradually adding it to the butter mixture.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into two bowls; tint one half with black gel icing color and one with red gel icing color before swirling them together in your prepared pans for a stunning marble effect!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

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