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Spiderweb Chocolate Cake

Spiderweb Chocolate Cake: A Spooky Sweet Delight for All

The Spiderweb Chocolate Cake is a delightful dessert showcasing a rich chocolate base with a stunning white chocolate spiderweb, perfect for Halloween.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour replace with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder use unsweetened for best results
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs substitute with flaxseed meal for vegan options
  • 1 cup milk opt for plant-based milk for a dairy-free version
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water make sure it's boiling
For the Frosting & Decoration
  • 2 cups chocolate frosting consider vegan chocolate frosting for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips ensure melted for easy drizzling

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • spatula
  • Cake pans
  • oven
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Stir gently into the dry ingredients.
  4. Carefully add the boiling water to the batter, mixing slowly to avoid splashes.
  5. Grease and flour your cake pans thoroughly.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
  8. Frost the top of one cake layer with chocolate frosting before stacking the second layer on top.
  9. Melt the white chocolate chips and drizzle over the frosted cake to create the spiderweb effect.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe is flexible for gluten-free and vegan adaptations, making it enjoyable for various dietary needs.

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