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Witches Brew Halloween Cake Jars

Witches Brew Halloween Cake Jars

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Get ready to enchant your Halloween festivities with Witches Brew Halloween Cake Jars! These whimsical treats are layered with decadent chocolate cake and vibrant green buttercream, making them a delightful addition to any spooky gathering. Each jar is not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor, ensuring they’re the star of the dessert table. Perfect for sharing, these individual servings allow guests to enjoy a sweet treat without the hassle of slicing a cake. Get creative by customizing toppings and decorations to match your Halloween theme, making each jar uniquely yours!

Ingredients

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  • 330 g self raising flour
  • 360 g granulated sugar
  • 360 g butter
  • 6 eggs
  • 30 g unsweetened black cocoa powder
  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 90 ml milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 400 g butter (salted)
  • 800 g powdered sugar (icing sugar)
  • 1¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk or cream (optional)
  • Electric green food coloring (a few drops)
  • 250 g Orange fondant
  • 200 g Black fondant
  • 1 tbsp CMC powder
  • Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease your baking pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine self-raising flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream butter and eggs until smooth. Add milk and vanilla; mix well.
  4. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
  5. Pour batter into pans and bake for about 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before assembling.
  6. For the buttercream, beat softened butter and gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Mix in food coloring until desired shade is reached.
  7. Layer chocolate cake crumbs and green buttercream in jars until filled.
  8. Decorate with fondant witch legs and colorful sprinkles.

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