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High Altitude Ginger Chocolate Skull Cake for Halloween

High Altitude Ginger Chocolate Skull Cake for Halloween
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Indulge in the festive charm of this High Altitude Ginger Chocolate Skull Cake for Halloween. This exquisite dessert beautifully marries the warm spices of ginger with rich chocolate, creating a delightful balance that’s perfect for any celebration. Its fluffy texture and playful mini chocolate skulls make it a stunning centerpiece for your Halloween gatherings. Easy to prepare, this cake invites creativity, allowing you to customize decorations for various occasions. With each slice, experience a tender crumb that makes every bite a joy, ensuring your guests will be asking for more.

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
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups unsalted butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened Dutch processed cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp meringue powder
  • 1/4 tsp coarse Kosher salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 2 tbsp milk or cream
  • 12 oz chocolate candy melts
  • 1–2 tbsp solid coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cake pans by greasing or lining them.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sifted cake flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground ginger.
  3. In another bowl, combine eggs, egg whites, whole milk, apple cider vinegar, light brown sugar, melted butter, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes before frosting with chocolate buttercream and decorating with melted chocolate skulls.

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