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Witches Brew Halloween Cake Jars

Witches Brew Halloween Cake Jars

Get ready to impress your guests with Witches Brew Halloween Cake Jars, a delightful and spooky dessert perfect for any Halloween celebration! These charming jars feature layers of rich chocolate cake paired with vibrant green buttercream frosting, topped with whimsical fondant decorations resembling cute witch legs. Not only are they visually striking, but their combination of flavors makes them an irresistible treat for both kids and adults alike. Ideal for parties, gatherings, or simply as a fun family project, these cake jars can easily be customized to fit any theme or occasion. Let the Halloween fun begin!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 330 g self-raising flour
  • 360 g granulated sugar
  • 360 g butter
  • 6 eggs
  • 30 g unsweetened black cocoa powder
  • 400 g butter (for frosting)
  • 800 g powdered sugar
  • Electric green food coloring
  • Orange and black fondant (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pans.
  2. Mix self-raising flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in one bowl.
  3. In another bowl, cream together granulated sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture while alternating with milk until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  6. For the frosting, beat salted butter and powdered sugar until smooth, adding milk if needed for consistency. Mix in electric green food coloring.
  7. Cut cooled cake into small pieces and layer in jars with green buttercream frosting. Decorate with fondant witch legs and sprinkles.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 57g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 63g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: You can customize the color of the buttercream or add different decorations based on your Halloween theme. For added fun, consider incorporating themed sprinkles or edible glitter!