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Skull Lava Cake

Skull Lava Cake: Indulge in Spooky Halloween Decadence

Experience the rich, molten chocolate and vibrant red velvet in Skull Lava Cake, a perfect Halloween dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 6 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter provides richness and moisture
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate high-quality for the best flavor
  • 2 large eggs provides structure and moisture
  • 1 cup sugar can use light or brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract use pure extract for better flavor
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder adds chocolate flavor
  • 1 tbsp food coloring optional for vibrant color
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour provides structure
Red Velvet Glaze
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar for a glossy finish
  • 2 tbsp milk for consistency
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • skull cake pan
  • double boiler
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and prepare your skull cake pan by greasing with unsalted butter and dusting with flour.
  2. In a heatproof bowl, melt unsalted butter and semisweet chocolate together until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and thick, about 3-4 minutes, then add vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and food coloring.
  4. Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, then sift in flour and mix until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into molds, filling them about three-quarters full, and smooth the tops.
  6. Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft and slightly jiggly.
  7. Let cakes cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the glaze, whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth and drizzle over the unmolded cakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Allow tools and ingredients to reach room temperature for better results. Customize your cakes with edible glitter or additional toppings!

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