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Vegan Chocolate Layer Skull Cake

Vegan Chocolate Layer Skull Cake
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Indulge in the ultimate Halloween dessert with this Vegan Chocolate Layer Skull Cake! Perfect for spooktacular parties or festive gatherings, this showstopper features multiple layers of rich dark chocolate and stunning skull decorations that are sure to impress. The cake is entirely vegan, ensuring everyone can enjoy it without compromise. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, you’ll be able to whip up this decadent treat in no time. Whether you choose to serve it with a scoop of vegan ice cream or garnished with fresh berries, this cake promises to satisfy even the most intense chocolate cravings!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups hot coffee or Americano
  • 75 g good quality dark vegan chocolate, chopped
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 2/3 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 1/2 cups plant-based milk
  • 3/4 cup neutral oil (e.g., canola, avocado, rapeseed)
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 75 g good quality dark vegan chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup vegan butter (baking stick, not tub style), room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
  • 5 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
  • 2–4 tbsp plant-based milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup canned coconut milk (not coconut beverage)
  • 80 g good quality dark vegan chocolate (70% cacao is nice without being bitter)
  • 1/2–1 kg dark vegan chocolate, chopped (70% cacao or higher for nice dark skulls)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round baking pans.
  2. In a bowl, combine hot coffee with chopped dark vegan chocolate. Stir until melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, sea salt, and baking soda.
  4. In another bowl, mix plant-based milk, neutral oil, white vinegar, vanilla extract, and cooled chocolate mixture until well blended.
  5. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients while mixing with an electric mixer on medium speed until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  7. In a large bowl using an electric mixer, beat softened vegan butter until creamy. Gradually add sifted cocoa powder and confectioners' sugar while alternating with plant-based milk until smooth and fluffy.
  8. Once cooled completely, place one cake layer on a serving platter. Spread a layer of buttercream on top. Place the second layer on top of this and cover the entire cake with remaining buttercream.
  9. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine coconut milk with chopped dark vegan chocolate. Stir until smooth. Drizzle ganache over the frosted cake allowing it to drip down the sides.
  10. Using additional melted dark vegan chocolate, pour into skull-shaped molds. Once set, decorate your cake with these edible skulls for that spooky touch!

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