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Black cat cake

Delightful Black Cat Cake to Charm Your Halloween Parties

This Black Cat Cake is a charming, chocolatey delight perfect for Halloween parties.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 200 g Butter Adds richness and moisture; use unsalted for better control over salt flavor.
  • 200 g Dark Chocolate Provides a deep chocolate flavor; semi-sweet chocolate can be an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Instant Coffee Enhances the rich chocolate flavor; omit if caffeine sensitivity is a concern.
  • 170 g Plain Flour Gives structure; substitute with a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 0.5 tsp Bicarbonate of Soda Acts as a leavening agent; do not omit.
  • 400 g Golden Caster Sugar Adds sweetness and fine texture; regular caster sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 30 g Cocoa Powder Intensifies the chocolate flavor; ensure it’s unsweetened.
  • 3 medium Eggs Binds all ingredients; swap with flaxseed meal for a vegan option.
  • 75 ml Milk Adds moisture; can be replaced with plant-based milk if preferred.
For the Frosting
  • 150 g Butter Provides creaminess; ensure it’s soft for easy mixing.
  • 330 g Icing Sugar Mends sweetness and structure in the frosting.
  • 60 g Cocoa Powder Enriches the chocolate flavor in the frosting.
  • 4 tbsp Milk Adjusts frosting consistency; plant-based milk works well here.
For the Decorations
  • Black and Yellow/Orange Fondant Icing Essential for creating whimsical cat features; pre-made fondant is recommended for ease of use.
  • 1 Heart-Shaped Jelly Sweet A fun decorative touch; swap with any candy if this isn’t available.

Equipment

  • 20cm round cake tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • sharp knife or fondant cutter
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Black Cat Cake
  1. Prepare Decorations: Dust your work surface with icing sugar, roll out the black fondant, cut shapes for the cat's ears, and let them dry overnight.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 160°C and prepare a 20cm round cake tin by buttering it and lining with baking parchment.
  3. Melt Ingredients: In a saucepan, melt dark chocolate and butter together. Dissolve instant coffee in a splash of cold water.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift together plain flour, bicarbonate of soda, golden caster sugar, and cocoa powder in a large bowl.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: Beat eggs and milk together, then mix into the dry ingredients along with melted chocolate and butter.
  6. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the tin, bake for 1 hour 25 to 1 hour 35 minutes until a skewer comes out clean, then cool in the tin for 30 minutes.
  7. Make Frosting: Beat soft butter until fluffy, mix in icing sugar and cocoa powder, then add milk until spreadable.
  8. Decorate the Cake: Once cooled, frost with melted chocolate, attach fondant features, and add the heart-shaped jelly sweet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the cake is completely cooled before frosting and store leftovers properly to maintain quality.

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