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Brain Cake

Brain Cake

This Brain Cake is the ultimate spooky dessert for Halloween gatherings, birthday parties, or any themed event. Featuring layers of moist red velvet cake paired with creamy pink buttercream and a delicious raspberry jam ‘blood’ filling, this cake not only looks impressive but also delights the taste buds. With its striking brain shape and vibrant colors, it’s guaranteed to be a showstopper at your next celebration! Easy to make with simple steps, this cake can be customized with different flavors or decorations to match your occasion perfectly.

  • Total Time: 57 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • Red gel food coloring
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 1 cup cream cheese
  • Raspberry or strawberry jam

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in buttermilk, oil, vanilla, vinegar, and food coloring until combined.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture without overmixing.
  5. Divide batter between pans and bake for about 27 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
  6. For frosting, beat together butter and cream cheese; gradually add powdered sugar until fluffy. Adjust with heavy cream if needed.
  7. Assemble the cake by layering with raspberry jam and frosting; decorate as desired.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 27 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Allow all ingredients to reach room temperature before mixing for best results. Feel free to get creative with decorations like edible glitter or spooky chocolate shapes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze slices for up to three months.