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Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars

Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars: Spooky Treats to Savor

Delight in Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars, a perfect blend of rich chocolate cake and buttercream for spooky celebrations.
Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Course Cakes
Cuisine American
Servings 9 jars
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • cake tin
  • serrated knife
  • round cutter
  • wire rack

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 330 g self raising flour This flour gives your cake the perfect rise and texture.
  • 360 g granulated sugar Sweetness is key to balancing the rich cocoa flavor.
  • 360 g butter Use unsalted butter for a controlled salty taste.
  • 6 pcs eggs Provide structure and moisture for the cake.
  • 30 g unsweetened black cocoa powder Gives the cake its deep, dark chocolate flavor.
  • 1.5 teaspoon baking powder Ensures the batter rises beautifully.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt A pinch enhances the sweetness and chocolate flavor.
  • 90 ml milk Keeps the cake moist and adds richness.
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract Brightens and complements the chocolate taste.

For the Buttercream

  • 400 g salted butter The salt in the butter enhances the overall flavor.
  • 800 g powdered sugar Sweetness and the right consistency for your buttercream.
  • 1.25 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth and depth to the buttercream flavor.
  • 2 tablespoon milk or cream Use if your frosting is too stiff to pipe.
  • electric green food coloring Just a few drops to create a spooky vibrancy!

For the Decorations

  • 250 g orange fondant Perfect for creating Halloween-themed shapes.
  • 200 g black fondant A great counterpart for spooky decorations!
  • 1 tablespoon CMC powder Helps the fondant set and hold its shape.
  • sprinkles Sprinkle magic to the top of your jars for added fun!

Instructions
 

Cake Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 170 degrees Celsius. Grease and flour a 9-inch square cake tin.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine 360 g of softened butter and 360 g of granulated sugar. Cream together for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  • Crack in the eggs two at a time, mixing well after each addition. This should take about 4-5 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
  • Sift the dry ingredients into the creamed ingredients in three batches, alternating with milk.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and bake for 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Let the cake rest in the tin for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Buttercream Preparation

  • In a clean mixing bowl, cream 400 g of softened salted butter until luscious.
  • Gradually sift in 800 g of powdered sugar. Mix on low until moistened, then whip until creamy.
  • Mix in 1¼ teaspoons of vanilla extract and add electric green food coloring until desired hue is reached.

Assembly

  • Level the top of your cooled cake with a serrated knife and slice it horizontally into two equal layers.
  • Cut out 9 circles from each of your two cake layers.
  • Add a spoonful of sprinkles to the bottom of each jar, insert the first cake layer, and pipe a generous layer of buttercream.
  • Repeat by adding sprinkles to the sides, then another cake layer topped with buttercream.
  • Pipe a swirl of buttercream on top and sprinkle with additional sprinkles.
  • Insert decorative fondant witch legs into the jars.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for optimal blending. Chill before decorating if buttercream is soft.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 5gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg
Keyword buttercream, cake jars, chocolate cake, Dessert, Halloween treats, spooky recipes
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