Devilish Red Velvet Cake Recipe for Halloween

This Devilish Red Velvet Cake is a striking and delicious dessert perfect for Halloween celebrations. With its vibrant red color and rich cream cheese frosting, it stands out as a festive treat among Halloween-themed dessert ideas.

This recipe is straightforward and uses common baking techniques. It’s an excellent choice for parties or gatherings, ensuring your Halloween recipe will be a hit.

Spooky Red Velvet Cake for Halloween

This cake features layers of moist red velvet sponge, complemented by a tangy cream cheese frosting. The recipe takes about 1 hour and serves 12 people, making it ideal for sharing at Halloween festivities.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Optional: Halloween-themed decorations (sprinkles, edible eyes, etc.)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until well combined.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
Decorate: Add any Halloween-themed decorations as desired. Slice and serve to enjoy your spooky creation!