Why Make This Recipe

The Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake is a fun and festive dessert that brings the spirit of Halloween to any gathering. With its rich black color and sweet flavors, this cake is not only visually striking but also delicious. The perfect treat for Halloween parties, it creates a delightful surprise for everyone who sees and tastes it. Plus, it’s a great way to impress your friends and family!

How to Make Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake

Making this spooky cake is a fun process that involves a few simple steps. You’ll start by preparing the cake batter, then bake it to perfection. While the cake cools, you can make the blackberry compote and the black cocoa frosting. Finally, you will assemble everything together to create a masterpiece.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups White granulated sugar
• 2 cups All purpose flour (sifted)
• 3/4 cup Black cocoa powder (sifted)
• 2 tsp Baking soda
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 Eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup Buttermilk (room temperature)
• 1 cup Coffee (hot)
• 1/2 cup Canola oil
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract
• 2 cups Fresh blackberries
• 2 tbsp White granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 1/4 cup Water
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 8 oz Cream cheese (softened)
• 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 3 cups Powdered sugar (sifted)
• 1 cup Black cocoa powder (sifted)
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• Chocolate skulls (for decoration)
• Fresh blackberries (for decoration)
• Dried rose petals (for decoration)

Directions:

1. Make the Black Velvet Cake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mix the sugar, flour, black cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, hot coffee, canola oil, and vanilla extract. Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well combined. Divide the batter into two greased and floured cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool.
2. Make the Blackberry Compote: In a saucepan, combine fresh blackberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon stick, water, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until the mixture simmers and thickens, stirring gently. Remove from heat and let it cool.
3. Make the Black Cocoa Frosting: Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Slowly add powdered sugar, black cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla extract. Beat until fluffy and combined.
4. Assembly: Place one layer of the cooled cake on a plate. Spread a layer of blackberry compote on top, then add a layer of black cocoa frosting. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake. Decorate with chocolate skulls, fresh blackberries, and dried rose petals for a spooky touch!

How to Serve Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake

Serve the cake chilled or at room temperature. Slice it into pieces and share it with friends and family. It’s perfect for Halloween parties or gatherings, and it will be a hit with everyone!

How to Store Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake

To keep your cake fresh, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It can last for about 3-4 days. If you want to keep it longer, consider freezing individual slices. To freeze, wrap each slice tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

Tips to Make Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake

• Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
• Sifting the cocoa powder helps avoid lumps in the cake and frosting.
• Don’t skip the blackberry compote; it adds a wonderful contrast to the rich cake.

Variation

You can try different flavors by replacing black cocoa powder with regular cocoa powder for a different taste or adding food coloring to the frosting for a more vibrant presentation!

FAQs

1. Can I make this cake ahead of time?
2. Yes, you can bake the cake and make the compote a day in advance. Just store them properly until you are ready to assemble.
3. Can I use frozen blackberries?
4. Yes, frozen blackberries can be used for the compote. Just make sure to thaw them first and drain any excess liquid.
5. Is this cake suitable for vegetarians?
6. Yes, all the ingredients in this recipe are vegetarian-friendly.

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Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake

A fun and festive dessert that embodies the spirit of Halloween with its striking black color and delightful flavors.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Cake, Dessert

Cuisine American, Halloween

Servings 12 pieces

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the Black Velvet Cake

• 2 cups White granulated sugar
• 2 cups All purpose flour (sifted)
• 3/4 cup Black cocoa powder (sifted)
• 2 tsps Baking soda
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 large Eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup Buttermilk (room temperature)
• 1 cup Coffee (hot)
• 1/2 cup Canola oil
• 2 tsps Vanilla extract

For the Blackberry Compote

• 2 cups Fresh blackberries
• 2 tbsp White granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 1 stick Cinnamon stick
• 1/4 cup Water
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch

For the Black Cocoa Frosting

• 8 oz Cream cheese (softened)
• 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 3 cups Powdered sugar (sifted)
• 1 cup Black cocoa powder (sifted)
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract

For Decoration

• Chocolate skulls (for decoration)
• Fresh blackberries (for decoration)
• Dried rose petals (for decoration)

Instructions

 

Make the Black Velvet Cake

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• In a large bowl, mix the sugar, flour, black cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
• In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, hot coffee, canola oil, and vanilla extract.
• Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well combined.
• Divide the batter into two greased and floured cake pans.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool.

Make the Blackberry Compote

• In a saucepan, combine fresh blackberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, cinnamon stick, water, and cornstarch.
• Cook over medium heat until the mixture simmers and thickens, stirring gently.
• Remove from heat and let it cool.

Make the Black Cocoa Frosting

• Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
• Slowly add powdered sugar, black cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla extract.
• Beat until fluffy and combined.

Assembly

• Place one layer of the cooled cake on a plate.
• Spread a layer of blackberry compote on top, then add a layer of black cocoa frosting.
• Place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake.
• Decorate with chocolate skulls, fresh blackberries, and dried rose petals for a spooky touch!

Notes

Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Sifting the cocoa powder helps avoid lumps in the cake and frosting. Don’t skip the blackberry compote; it adds a wonderful contrast to the rich cake.

Keyword Black Velvet Cake, Dessert Recipes, Halloween Cake, Party Cake, Spooky Desserts