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Spiderweb Chocolate Cake Recipe

Spiderweb Chocolate Cake Recipe
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This Spiderweb Chocolate Cake is a moist, rich chocolate cake layered and frosted with luscious chocolate frosting, topped with a striking white chocolate spiderweb design. Perfect for celebrations, this visually captivating dessert combines classic chocolate flavors with an elegant decorative touch to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water

Frosting and Decoration

  • Chocolate frosting (quantity as needed for layering and covering the cake, approximately 1 1/2 to 2 cups)
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans to ensure the cake layers don’t stick.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir them well to evenly distribute all leavening agents and cocoa.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredient mixture. Beat on medium speed until the batter is smooth and uniform.
  4. Incorporate Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the cup of boiling water. The batter will be thin; this helps achieve a moist cake texture.
  5. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the two prepared pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool the Layers: Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing them. Then, transfer the cakes onto a wire rack to cool completely, which helps the frosting adhere better.
  7. Assemble and Frost: Once fully cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of chocolate frosting on top, then place the second layer over it. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake evenly.
  8. Create Spiderweb Design: Drizzle the melted white chocolate chips in a spiral pattern over the frosted cake. Using a toothpick, gently drag lines from the center of the spiral outward to the edges to form a spiderweb effect.
  9. Serve and Enjoy: Allow the white chocolate to set briefly, then slice and serve this stunning chocolate cake to your delighted guests.

Notes

  • For best results, allow all ingredients to come to room temperature before baking.
  • Use high-quality cocoa powder to enhance the chocolate flavor.
  • The boiling water helps dissolve the cocoa and creates a moist cake texture.
  • Let the cake layers cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
  • You can substitute vegetable oil with melted butter if preferred for a richer taste.
  • The spiderweb design can be customized using different colored chocolates or piping gels.
  • Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated up to 5 days.

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