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Frankenstein Cake

Frankenstein Cake
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This Frankenstein Cake is the ultimate Halloween treat that combines eye-catching visuals with mouthwatering flavors. Featuring vibrant green velvet layers and a luscious cream cheese buttercream, this cake will be the centerpiece of your festive gatherings. It’s perfect for parties, family get-togethers, or themed events, delivering a delightful experience for guests of all ages. With easy customization options for decorations, you can add your personal spooky flair to make it uniquely yours.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 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 oil
  • 2 squirts of green gel 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
  • 1 tsp fine salt
  • 8 cups powdered sugar
  • Electric Green Gel Food Coloring
  • Black Gel Food Coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream the unsalted butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs one at a time.
  4. Mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, green gel food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar in another bowl.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide batter between pans and bake for about 28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. For the frosting, beat together unsalted butter and cream cheese; gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fluffy.
  8. Once cooled completely, frost the layers with cream cheese buttercream and decorate as desired.

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