Get ready to cast a delicious spell on your Halloween party with the most mesmerizing cake that will make your guests scream with delight! This Easy Tri-Colored Halloween Cake isn't just a dessert—it's a magical culinary experience that transforms ordinary baking into a festive work of art. With vibrant layers of orange, purple, and green, this cake is like a Halloween costume for your taste buds, promising to bewitch everyone who takes a bite!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 box of vanilla cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup of water
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- Food coloring (orange, purple, green)
- 1 can of frosting
- Halloween sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan, ensuring even coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Divide the cake batter evenly into three separate mixing bowls. Each bowl should contain approximately 1 1/2 cups of batter.
- Add food coloring to each bowl: orange to the first bowl, purple to the second, and green to the third. Mix each bowl thoroughly until the color is consistent and vibrant.
- Pour the colored batters into the prepared baking pan, creating layers. Start with the orange batter at the bottom, then carefully add the purple batter, and finally top with the green batter. Use a spatula to spread each layer evenly.
- Gently tap the pan on the counter to remove any air bubbles and ensure smooth layers.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour.
- Once cooled, frost the cake with the canned frosting, spreading it evenly across the top.
- Decorate the cake with Halloween sprinkles, creating a festive and spooky design.
- Cut into 12 equal servings and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better cake texture.
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant, intense colors that won't alter the cake's consistency.
- When layering colored batters, pour slowly and use a spatula to create clean, distinct layers.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting to prevent the icing from melting.
- For extra Halloween flair, consider using themed sprinkles or adding candy decorations.
- If you want cleaner layer lines, refrigerate the cake briefly between adding each colored batter.
- Don't overmix the batter, as this can lead to a tough, dense cake.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg
