Dark Creepy Gory Chocolate Cake
Indulge your dark side with this hauntingly decadent Dark Creepy Gory Chocolate Cake—a spine-chilling showstopper perfect for Halloween or gothic-themed gatherings. This sinfully rich chocolate cake features layers of moist cocoa-infused goodness enhanced by the bold flavors of coffee and buttermilk. Oozing with gooey seedless raspberry jam (optionally tinted with red food coloring for a gruesome "bloody" effect) and enveloped in a silky dark chocolate ganache, this dessert is both eerie and irresistible. Perfect for impressing your guests, this 12-serving masterpiece combines striking visuals with a hauntingly delicious flavor profile. Whether you're planning a spooky celebration or simply craving a dramatic dessert centerpiece, this cake is guaranteed to thrill and chill.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee (cooled)
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup seedless raspberry jam
- 8 ounces dark chocolate (finely chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 drops red food coloring gel (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans, or line them with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, cooled coffee, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cakes are cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread the raspberry jam over the top, creating an oozing 'bloody' effect. For extra creepiness, stir in a few drops of red food coloring to the jam.
Place the second cake layer on top. Chill the cake in the refrigerator while preparing the ganache.
To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer (do not boil).
Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Allow the ganache to cool slightly, then pour it over the chilled cake. Let it drip down the sides for a dramatic effect.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes to allow the ganache to set.
Slice and serve your Dark Creepy Gory Chocolate Cake. Enjoy the hauntingly delicious flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 299.8 g | 384% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.4 g | 642% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 639 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 5928 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1002.9 g | 365% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 86.7 g | 310% | |
| Total Sugars | 644.4 g | ||
| Protein | 92.3 g | 185% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 714 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 68.5 mg | 381% | |
| Potassium | 4946 mg | 105% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
