Bolo de Halloween
A rich chocolate cake adorned with spooky decorations, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- Black and orange food coloring (optional)
- Frosting of your choice (chocolate or vanilla)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix dry ingredients: Combine flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add wet ingredients: Mix in eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Incorporate boiling water carefully into the mixture.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Frost with desired frosting and decorate with food coloring or toppings.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and fluffiness.