Jack-O-Lantern Cake
Ingredients
- 6 egg yolks
- 4 Tbsp. sugar
- 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- 4 Tbsp. whole milk
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
- 6 egg whites
- 1/2 tsp. vinegar
- 4 Tbsp. sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 5-6 Tbsp. confectioners sugar
- dash salt
- 2 tsp. vanilla
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and grease an 8u0022 circular pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper. Draw or trace a Jack-O-Lantern face onto your parchment paper. It's best to cut the parchment paper to fit the pan perfectly.
- 2
Whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until smooth. Keep the egg whites! We will need them later.
- 3
Add the vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla to the egg yolk mixture and continue to whisk until fully combined.
- 4
Sift in the flour and cornstarch to the wet ingredients. Then whisk until the batter is nice and smooth. Add in 2-3 drops of orange food gel.
- 5
In the bowl of a stand mixer fit with a whisk attachment, whisk the 6 egg whites until frothy. Slowly add in the vinegar and sugar while whipping up the egg whites.
- 6
Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. This is very important! Make sure the egg whites have formed stiff peaks before adding it in to the batter in the next step.
- 7
Fold the egg whites into the batter until everything is fully combined. Be careful not to over mix at this step. If you over mix, the egg whites will deflate and cause for runny, thin batter. Mix just until the egg whites are evenly distributed throughout.
- 8
Remove about 1/4 cup of the batter and place it into a small bowl and dye it black.
- 9
Place the black batter in a piping bag.
- 10
Pipe the black Jack-O-Lantern face onto the prepared pan. Allow the design to set in the freezer for 5-8 minutes.
- 11
Pipe the orange batter on top of the frozen design to cover the entire pan. Then bake for 8-9 minutes or until golden brown on the edges.
- 12
Once the designed cake has finished baking flip the cake out of the pan and peel the parchment paper off of the design as soon as it comes out of the pan. Use the remaining batter to bake two more layers of cake. Allow the cakes to cool completely. While the cakes cool, prepare the whipped cream.
- 13
In the bowl of a stand mixer fit with the whisk attachment, whisk the cream, sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks have formed and you have reached a whipped cream consistency.
- 14
Assemble the cake by placing a layer of cake (the undesigned cake) on the bottom, then pipe a layer of whipped cream. On top of the whipped cream place another layer of undesigned cake. Repeat this step then top the entire cake with the Jack-O-Lantern designed cake.
- 15
Serve in the fridge until serving, enjoy!
- 16
This cake can be made ahead of time but is best enjoyed fresh. If you plan to make this ahead of time, be sure too seal the cake tightly in plastic wrap to keep it fresh.
Jack-O-Lantern Cake
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About this Recipe
Looking to create a show-stopping dessert that's as delightful to eat as it is to behold? This Jack-O-Lantern Cake recipe brings festive joy and a surprisingly light texture to your Halloween celebrations. It’s the perfect way to add a homemade, whimsical touch to your holiday spread. What sets this Jack-O-Lantern Cake apart is its clever design approach, specifically using a circular pan to perfectly capture that iconic pumpkin shape. This thoughtful method ensures you achieve the classic Jack-O-Lantern form without intricate carving. Beyond the visual appeal, this recipe delivers a light and fluffy cake base, enhanced by generous layers of delicate whipped cream that prevent any dryness, creating a truly harmonious dessert. Prepare for a truly enchanting dessert experience. Each bite of this Jack-O-Lantern Cake offers a wonderful contrast between the airy, tender cake and the rich, smooth whipped cream. The cake itself is designed to be light and fluffy, melting in your mouth, while the whipped cream adds a cool, creamy counterpoint. The overall taste is subtly sweet, balanced, and remarkably light, making it a perfect celebratory treat that won't leave you feeling overly full. It's a visually impressive centerpiece designed to be a joy for all ages, perfect for a festive gathering. While the core recipe focuses on achieving that signature light and fluffy texture, the true fun of this Jack-O-Lantern Cake lies in its decorative potential. Beyond the classic carved pumpkin face, consider experimenting with different expressions or even adapting the base cake design for other seasonal themes, making it versatile for various holidays. This beautiful Jack-O-Lantern Cake is the quintessential centerpiece for any Halloween party or autumnal gathering. Serve it as a memorable dessert, letting its whimsical design and delicate flavors be the highlight of your festive spread.