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Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars

Charming Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars for Spooky Treats

Enjoy these Witches' Brew Halloween Cake Jars, delightful treats with rich chocolate cake, buttercream, and festive decoration, perfect for Halloween.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 9 jars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 300 grams self-raising flour substitute with all-purpose flour plus baking powder if needed
  • 200 grams granulated sugar no direct substitutes necessary
  • 200 grams unsalted butter can use margarine, but unsalted is preferred
  • 2 large eggs flax eggs can be used for a vegan option
  • 80 grams unsweetened black cocoa powder regular cocoa powder can substitute for a milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder essential for self-rising flour
  • a pinch salt can be reduced or omitted based on taste preferences
  • 200 milliliters milk substitute with plant-based milk for dairy-free version
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract vanilla essence can also be used
For the Buttercream
  • 500 grams powdered sugar no substitutions recommended for ideal texture
  • a few drops electric green food coloring any food coloring or gel dye can substitute
For the Decor
  • orange & black grams fondant can use different colored fondant for various designs
  • a pinch CMC powder not required but beneficial in humid environments
  • to taste sprinkles any type of edible decorative sprinkles can be used

Equipment

  • 9-inch square cake tin
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • serrated knife
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and grease a 9-inch square cake tin with butter, dusting with flour.
  2. Cream together 200 grams of unsalted butter and 200 grams of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then add the eggs one at a time.
  3. Combine 300 grams of self-raising flour, 80 grams of unsweetened black cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add to the creamed mixture alternating with 200 milliliters of milk.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and bake for 45 to 50 minutes until a skewer comes out clean. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  5. Make the buttercream by mixing 250 grams of unsalted butter and 500 grams of powdered sugar, then add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and green food coloring.
  6. Cut the cooled cake into nine 3-inch circles with a serrated knife.
  7. Layer the jars starting with a cake circle, followed by green buttercream and sprinkles, repeating until filled.
  8. Top each jar with buttercream using a piping bag, sprinkle more decorations, and add fondant witches' legs on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make the fondant witches’ legs at least one day in advance. Store spice jars at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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