Frankenstein Cake: The Spookiest Sweet Treat!

Name: Frankenstein Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 28 min
Total time: 48 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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 green gel food coloring (or 1 Tbsp liquid); 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; 8 cups powdered sugar; Black gel food coloring (for decoration); Electric green gel food coloring (for decoration)

Okay, so ever get that itch to make something wild for Halloween? Like, you wanna impress your friends but also give them a little scare? 🤡 Well, this Frankenstein cake is where it’s at! It’s got that moist green velvet vibe and cream cheese buttercream that’s just to die for (pun intended).

Main dish photo — *The finished dish — looks amazing, right?*

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, listen up! Here’s what you’re gonna need for this masterpiece:

– 2 1/2 cups cake flour (300g) — grab it from the back of the shelf; it’s usually hiding.
– 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted (10g) — trust me, this is key for the flavor!
– 1 tsp baking soda (6g) — makes it rise like the undead.
– 1/2 tsp fine salt (3g) — don’t skip this! It balances the sweetness.
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (113g) — soft, fluffy butter is the best butter!
– 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar (350g) — I know it sounds like a lot, but we want sweet!
– 2 large eggs, room temperature (112g) — let ‘em chill out on the counter for a bit.
– 1 1/4 cups buttermilk, room temperature (300g) — for that moisture, ya know?
– 2/3 cup vegetable or canola oil (145g) — it keeps things nice and soft.
– 2 squirts of green gel food coloring (or 1 Tbsp liquid food coloring) — so it actually looks like Frankenstein!
– 2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (8g) — because yum.
– 1 tsp white vinegar (4g) — makes it fluffy! Who knew, right?

And then for the buttercream:

– 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature (339g – 3 sticks) — yes, I said 3 sticks.
– 1/2 cup full-fat cream cheese, room temperature (113g or 4 oz.) — it’s like a little party in your mouth!
– 1 Tbsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (12g) — more vanilla = more happiness.
– 1 tsp fine salt (6g) — don’t forget this!
– 8 cups powdered sugar (1000g) — sweeten that deal.
– 2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream, room temperature (30g) — makes it dreamy.

You’ll also need some gel food colorings (electric green and black) and a bunch of piping tips and bags—cause we’re decorating, baby! 🎉

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, real talk. I make this cake every year—like a Halloween tradition. One time, I brought it to a party, and as soon as I set it down, my nephew (he was like 5) goes “Is that a GHOST?!” 😂 I had to show him it was a cake, and he legit cried when he found out he could eat it. Best moment ever!

I mean, it’s not just a cake; it’s a whole vibe. The green velvet is so fun, and the cream cheese buttercream? *Chef’s kiss* Plus, it’s like the perfect centerpiece for any spooky gathering.

Another beautiful angle of the dish — *Just as gorgeous from this angle too!*

The One Trick That Changes Everything

Alright, here’s the one trick I swear by: use room temperature ingredients! Seriously, this makes such a difference in how your cake bakes and tastes. I once tried to rush it, and let’s just say the texture was… not cute. So, take a few minutes, let your eggs and butter chill, and you’ll thank me later.

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

– Check your oven’s temperature! Seriously, if it’s not heating right, your cake’s gonna be a disaster—like, don’t risk it.
– Don’t overmix the batter; gentle folding is key, or you’ll end up with a dense cake that’s basically a doorstop.
– When you’re coloring the batter, start small with the gel food coloring. You can always add more, but getting a dark green is a journey! 🌱
– Watch the baking time! Bake for 28 minutes. Actually, start checking at 25—don’t want no dry cake!

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

If you somehow have leftovers (like, how?!) just pop that bad boy in an airtight container and it’ll hang out in the fridge for about a week. You can also freeze layers if you wanna save some for later—just wrap ‘em tightly in plastic wrap.

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

If you’re into spooky baking, you gotta try my Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes and the Witch’s Finger Cookies! Both are super fun and perfect for getting your Halloween groove on! 🎃👻

So, are you ready to get your freak on in the kitchen? What’s your go-to Halloween treat? I’m dying to know! (See what I did there?) 🧟‍♂️🍰

Frankenstein Cake

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Get ready for a spooktacular treat this Halloween with our delightful Frankenstein Cake! This moist green velvet cake layered with luscious cream cheese buttercream is sure to impress your guests. With its vibrant color and fun decoration, it’s an ideal centerpiece for any Halloween celebration or themed party. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this cake combines festive flair with delicious flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Author: XXXXX
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Total Time: 48 minutes
Yield: Serves approximately 20 slices 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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 green gel food coloring (or 1 Tbsp liquid)
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
8 cups powdered sugar
Black gel food coloring (for decoration)
Electric green gel food coloring (for decoration)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
In a bowl, whisk together the cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate mixing bowl, beat together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Gradually mix in the buttermilk, vegetable oil, green food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until combined.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just mixed.
Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for about 28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cakes cool completely before frosting with cream cheese buttercream made by beating together butter, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
Decorate with black and electric green gel food coloring as desired.