Description
The Spooky Black Velvet Halloween Cake is a showstopping dessert perfect for Halloween gatherings! Its striking black hue and rich flavors paired with a tart blackberry filling make it a fun yet sophisticated treat. Here’s a recap of the main steps for making this cake:
Ingredients
For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup black cocoa powder
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Blackberry Compote (Filling):
1 1/2 cups fresh blackberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Black Cocoa Buttercream:
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
4 cups confectioners’ sugar
1/2 cup black cocoa powder
2 tsp vanilla extract
2–3 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)
For Decoration:
Fresh blackberries
Chocolate skulls (optional)
Halloween-themed sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Sift together flour, black cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Mix in oil and vanilla extract.
- Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk into the wet mixture.
- Divide batter between the cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting.
- Make the Blackberry Compote:
- Cook blackberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Simmer until the mixture thickens, then cool completely.
- Prepare the Black Cocoa Buttercream:
- Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar and black cocoa powder.
- Add vanilla and milk as needed for a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread the blackberry compote on top of one cake layer.
- Place the second layer on top, then frost the entire cake with black cocoa buttercream.
- Decorate:
- Use fresh blackberries, chocolate skulls, and any Halloween-themed sprinkles or edible glitter for a spooky flair.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes