Description

Get ready to dazzle your guests with a show-stopping Frankenstein Cake, perfect for Halloween or any festive gathering! This vibrant green velvet dessert features moist layers complemented by a rich cream cheese frosting, making it an unforgettable treat. With its eye-catching design and delightful flavors, this cake will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also add a playful touch to your celebrations. Plus, it’s easy to make, allowing even novice bakers to create something truly spectacular. Get creative with decorations and make this cake your own!

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups cake flour
2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp fine salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 1/4 cups buttermilk, room temperature
2/3 cup vegetable or canola oil
2 squirts of green gel food coloring (or 1 Tbsp liquid food coloring)
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp white vinegar
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature (for frosting)
1/2 cup full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
1 Tbsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
1 tsp fine salt (for frosting)
8 cups powdered sugar
2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream, room temperature (for frosting)
Electric Green Gel Food Coloring (for decoration)
Black Gel Food Coloring (for decoration)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two round cake pans.
Whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
In a separate bowl, cream unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in buttermilk, vegetable oil, green gel food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just mixed.
Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for about 28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 410
Sugar: 45g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg