Description

If you’re in search of a show-stopping dessert that’s both delicious and visually captivating, look no further than the Spiderweb Cake! This rich chocolate layer cake, adorned with a fun spiderweb design, is perfect for Halloween celebrations or any gathering where you want to impress. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create this spooky delight. The cake is moist, perfectly sweetened, and topped with creamy frosting that everyone will love. Plus, the unique decoration using vegan marshmallows adds an extra touch of creativity. Get ready to wow your friends and family with this delightful treat!

Ingredients

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3 cups granulated sugar
2 ½ cups flour (or gluten-free blend)
¾ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
¼ cup black cocoa powder (or more Dutch-process cocoa)
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons salt
3 large eggs (or chia eggs)
1 ½ cups milk (or non-dairy alternative)
¾ cup olive oil (or canola/vegetable oil)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup + 2 tablespoons boiling water
24 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1 cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 ¾ cups powdered sugar (or more if you like)
pinch of salt
orange gel food coloring
2 cups mini vegan marshmallows
plastic spiders

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two cake pans.
In a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, cocoa powders, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together eggs (or chia eggs), milk, olive oil, and vanilla extract.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Carefully mix in boiling water.
Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for about 24 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter together until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
Frost the cooled cakes and create a spiderweb pattern with melted vegan marshmallows tinted with orange food coloring.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice - approx. 100g
Calories: 360
Sugar: 40g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg