Spooky Fun Halloween Brain Cake
A vibrant red velvet cake decorated to resemble a brain, perfect for Halloween parties and celebrations.
Equipment
- 6-cup glass mixing bowl
- Microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix plus ingredients specified on the box (typically oil, water, and eggs)
- 1 cup vanilla frosting
- 1 package bright white candy melts 12 oz
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam not jelly
- 1 bottle Wilton burgundy color gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 6-cup glass mixing bowl.
- Prepare the red velvet cake batter according to the box instructions and pour into the prepared bowl. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the bowl.
- Melt the bright white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring often until smooth. Mix in the corn syrup to form a pliable candy clay, then refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Once chilled, knead the candy clay until smooth. Level the top of the cooled cake and shape the sides to resemble a brain.
- Use vanilla frosting as glue on a serving plate and set the cake flat side down. Cover the cake with a thin layer of frosting.
- Shape the candy clay into snake-like strips and apply them around the cake to simulate the brain folds.
- Mix honey, strawberry jam, and burgundy color gel until you achieve a deep color. Brush this mixture over the brain cake for a bloody effect.
- Slice and serve your spooky brain cake!
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Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the fridge for five days. The cake can be frozen without decorations for longer storage.