Description

Indulge in the festive spirit of Halloween with this High Altitude Ginger Chocolate Skull Cake. This delightful treat marries the warm spice of ginger with rich chocolate, creating a uniquely flavorful dessert that captures the essence of autumn festivities. With its eye-catching mini chocolate skull decorations, this cake not only tastes incredible but also serves as a stunning centerpiece for your Halloween gatherings. Whether you’re hosting a spooky party or enjoying a cozy family night, this cake is sure to be a hit, making every slice a memorable experience.

Ingredients

Scale

3 1/4 cups cake flour
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3 tsp baking powder
1 tsp coarse Kosher salt
1 tbsp ground ginger
2 large eggs
2 large egg whites
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
3 cups powdered sugar
1 cup unsweetened Dutch processed cocoa powder
1 tbsp meringue powder (optional)
1/4 tsp coarse Kosher salt (for frosting)
2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (for frosting)
2 tbsp milk or cream (only if needed for consistency)
12 oz chocolate candy melts (for decoration)
1–2 tbsp solid coconut oil (if needed to thin the chocolate)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
In one bowl, whisk together cake flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and ground ginger.
In another bowl, combine eggs, egg whites, whole milk, apple cider vinegar, light brown sugar, melted butter, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until fully incorporated.
Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool before frosting with chocolate buttercream made from softened butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract.
Melt chocolate candy melts and mix in coconut oil if needed for thinning. Drizzle over the cake or use in molds to create mini chocolate skulls for decoration.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 38g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: <0.1g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 37mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Experiment by adding other spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for added warmth. For decorative skulls, melt chocolate candy melts and pour into molds.