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High Altitude Ginger Chocolate Skull Cake for Halloween

High Altitude Ginger Chocolate Skull Cake for Halloween
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Get ready to impress your guests with the High Altitude Ginger Chocolate Skull Cake for Halloween! This decadent dessert combines the warm, spicy notes of ginger with rich chocolate, making it a perfect centerpiece for your festive gatherings. Not only does it boast a spooky skull design that adds flair to your Halloween celebrations, but its moist and fluffy texture ensures a delightful bite every time. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply looking for a unique treat to share, this cake is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike!

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1/4 tsp coarse Kosher salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 2 tbsp milk or cream (only if needed for consistency)
  • 12 oz chocolate candy melts
  • 1–2 tbsp solid coconut oil (if needed to thin the chocolate)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together cake flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground ginger.
  3. In another bowl, combine eggs, egg whites, milk, apple cider vinegar, light brown sugar, melted butter, vegetable oil, and vanilla until blended.
  4. Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry until just combined.
  5. Divide batter between pans and bake for about 30 minutes. Let cool completely.
  6. For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy; add powdered sugar and cocoa gradually until smooth.
  7. Frost cooled cake layers and decorate with melted chocolate candy melts as desired.

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