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Spooky Halloween Marble Cake

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Indulge in the delightful Spooky Halloween Marble Cake, a captivating dessert that perfectly captures the spirit of Halloween with its striking red and black marble design. This cake is not only visually stunning but also a delicious combination of rich chocolate and vanilla flavors, making it an ideal centerpiece for your Halloween festivities. Whether you’re hosting a party, attending a school event, or simply enjoying a treat at home, this cake will leave everyone spellbound. Decorated with drippy red icing to mimic ‘blood’ and festive sprinkles, it’s sure to be an unforgettable addition to your dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (293g) all purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (112g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 cups (310g) sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
  • 5 oz bittersweet chocolate (60% cacao), chopped
  • 2 1/4 cups (504g) unsalted butter
  • 8 cups (920g) powdered sugar
  • 1 cup (114g) natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 5–7 tbsp (75-105ml) water/cream
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Black gel icing color
  • Red gel icing color
  • 4 oz red Wilton candy melts
  • 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
  • Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter, oil, and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with buttermilk until just mixed.
  5. Divide batter; melt chocolate and fold into half for marbling.
  6. Alternate pouring batters into pans and use a knife to swirl them together.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.

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