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Spooky Halloween Marble Cake

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Create a spooky sensation at your next celebration with this eye-catching Spooky Halloween Marble Cake! With its striking red and black marble layers, this cake is not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. The delicious combination of chocolate and buttermilk creates a moist flavor-packed cake that pairs perfectly with a drippy red icing reminiscent of ‘blood.’ Ideal for Halloween parties or cozy family gatherings, this cake invites creativity in decorating and serves as an exciting centerpiece that will thrill guests of all ages. Get ready to impress with this delightful dessert!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 5 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 1/4 cups unsalted butter
  • 8 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 5–7 tbsp water/cream
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Black gel icing color
  • 4 oz red candy melts
  • 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
  • Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter, vegetable oil, and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in buttermilk and vanilla extract.
  4. Melt the bittersweet chocolate and let it cool slightly before adding half to the batter. Divide the batter into two bowls; color one with black gel icing color.
  5. Alternate scoops of each batter into prepared pans to create a marbled effect.
  6. Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool before frosting.

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