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Frankenstein Cake

Frankenstein Cake
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Create a spine-tingling experience with this delightful Frankenstein Cake, an extraordinary Halloween dessert that captures the spirit of the season. Featuring luscious green velvet layers and a rich cream cheese buttercream, this cake is not only visually striking but also irresistibly delicious. Perfect for any festive gathering, it’s sure to be a hit among kids and adults alike. With easy customization options and a vibrant presentation, this cake will elevate your Halloween celebrations and impress your guests. Gather your loved ones for a fun decorating session, making it a memorable activity as you whip up this frightfully delicious treat!

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups cake flour
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp fine salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ¼ cups buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 squirts of green gel food coloring
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ½ cup full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 1 tsp fine salt
  • 8 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream, room temperature
  • Electric Green Gel Food Coloring
  • Black Gel Food Coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round 9-inch cake pans.
  2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl.
  3. In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  4. Incorporate buttermilk, oil, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar into the wet mixture.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for about 28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes before frosting with cream cheese buttercream.

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