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Brain Cake

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Create a spooky yet delicious Brain Cake for your Halloween celebrations! This eye-catching dessert features moist red velvet layers, a creamy pink buttercream frosting, and a raspberry jam that mimics blood. Its unique brain shape not only makes it visually striking but also offers a delightful taste experience that will impress your guests at any themed party or gathering. With simple steps and customizable design options, this cake is approachable for bakers of all skill levels. Get ready to unleash your creativity and enjoy a festive treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp red gel food coloring
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature (for frosting)
  • 1 cup full-fat cream cheese, room temperature (for frosting)
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp fine salt (for frosting)
  • 7 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 3 Tbsp heavy whipping cream, room temperature (for frosting)
  • Small squirt of red gel food coloring (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup seedless raspberry or strawberry jam (for blood)
  • 3 Tbsp water (for blood)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round baking pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
  4. Mix in buttermilk, oil, vanilla extract, vinegar, and food coloring until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just blended.
  6. Divide batter between the prepared pans and bake for about 27 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes on wire racks before frosting with buttercream; layer with raspberry jam for added effect.

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