Description
This show-stopping Jack-O’-Lantern Halloween Cake is the ultimate centerpiece for your spooky festivities. By stacking two moist, rich chocolate Bundt cakes, you create the iconic spherical shape of a pumpkin. Covered in a vibrant orange buttercream and finished with a carved facial expression, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for all ages, the dense chocolate crumb provides a sturdy yet tender base that ensures your masterpiece holds its shape while offering a deep, comforting flavor that satisfies any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 cup hot water
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups orange-tinted buttercream frosting
1/2 cup black icing for detailing
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease two Bundt pans thoroughly.
Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
Add softened butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla, beating until well combined.
Slowly stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.
Divide the batter between the two prepared Bundt pans.
Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool completely before removing from the pans.
Stack the two cakes with a layer of frosting between them to form a pumpkin sphere.
Coat the entire exterior with orange-tinted buttercream.
Use a piping bag or knife to draw the facial features with black icing.
Notes
Ensure the cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting. You can bake the cakes a day in advance and store them wrapped in plastic wrap. If the cake feels unstable, use a dowel or large skewer through the center for extra support.
- Prep Time: 60
- Cook Time: 100
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American