Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars – Spooktacularly Delicious Treats

Delight in Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars, a visually striking and delicious dessert perfect for Halloween gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 50

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 2 20

Servings: 8 jars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake

330 g Self-Raising Flour Substitute with all-purpose flour plus baking powder if needed.
360 g Granulated Sugar No substitutions suggested.
360 g Butter Unsalted butter preferred.
6 units Eggs For an egg-free option, try flax eggs.
30 g Unsweetened Black Cocoa Powder Regular cocoa can be used but will change the flavor.
1.5 tsp Baking Powder Baking soda can be used as a substitute.
0.5 tsp Salt Essential for flavor.
90 ml Milk Non-dairy milk can be used.
2 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract.

For the Buttercream

400 g Unsalted Butter Salted butter can be used if preferred.
800 g Powdered Sugar No substitutions for the right texture.
Food Coloring Electric green gel coloring is ideal.

For the Fondant Decorations

250 g Orange Fondant Modeling chocolate can be an alternative.
200 g Black Fondant Replaceable with modeling chocolate.
1 tbsp CMC Powder Optional but enhances fondant structure.
Sprinkles Any type you prefer for decoration.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Cake tin
Whisk
Round Cutter
spatula

Method

Preparation

Begin by kneading 1 tablespoon of CMC powder into 250g of orange fondant until well combined and shape into witch legs.
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients mixed with milk, alternating between the two, and blend until smooth. Pour into prepared cake tin and bake for 45-50 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, cream unsalted butter for buttercream until smooth, gradually add powdered sugar, and mix in electric green food coloring.
Layer cooled chocolate cake with buttercream in jars, topping with sprinkles and placing fondant witch legs on top.
Dust with colorful sprinkles and serve immediately or seal with lids for later enjoyment.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a digital scale for precise measurements. Store jars in airtight containers to maintain freshness. Allow cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.

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