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Brain Cake

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Indulge in the spooktacular delight of this Brain Cake, perfect for Halloween or any fun celebration! With vibrant red velvet layers and creamy pink buttercream, this visually striking dessert is sure to impress your guests. The chilling raspberry jam adds a unique touch, mimicking the look of blood while providing a deliciously sweet contrast. Easy to make and fully customizable, this cake is not only a visual masterpiece but also a treat that caters to various tastes and preferences. Whether you’re planning a themed party or looking to surprise loved ones with something extraordinary, this Brain Cake is your go-to dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 Tbsp 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 cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp fine salt
  • 7 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 Tbsp heavy whipping cream, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup seedless raspberry or strawberry jam
  • 3 Tbsp water
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp red gel food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease round baking pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time along with buttermilk, oil, vanilla, vinegar, and food coloring.
  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined. Pour into prepared pans and bake for about 27 minutes.
  5. Cool layers before preparing the buttercream by mixing softened butter and cream cheese; gradually add powdered sugar.
  6. Assemble the cake by layering with raspberry jam and frosting; pipe decorative details on top.

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