Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this classic Ghost Cake, a perfect treat for Halloween or any occasion. This recipe is surprisingly simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
- Ingredients called for on cake mix box (eggs, oil, water)
- 1 can (16 oz) chocolate frosting
- 1 package (10 oz) shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- Black decorating gel
Instructions
- Preheat oven according to cake mix box directions. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Prepare cake batter according to package directions. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.
- Bake for the time specified on the cake mix box, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cakes are completely cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread about 1/3 of the chocolate frosting over the top.
- Place the second cake layer on top. Frost the entire cake with the remaining chocolate frosting, ensuring a smooth, even coating.
- Sprinkle the shredded coconut evenly over the top and sides of the frosted cake to create a ghostly, ethereal texture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth and pourable. Drizzle this glaze over the coconut-covered cake.
- Use the black decorating gel to draw eyes and a mouth on the cake, creating a spooky ghost face.
- Chill the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the frosting and glaze to set.
Notes
- For a deeper chocolate flavor, use a dark chocolate cake mix.
- You can add a few drops of blue food coloring to the frosting before coating the cake for a slightly eerie hue.
- If you don’t have decorating gel, you can use small chocolate chips or dark candy melts for the ghost’s features.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: PT25M
- Cook Time: PT35M
- Category: Cakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 55g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg