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Victor’s Gothic Wedding Cake for Corpse Bride Fans 🕊️💀✨
Kitchen tools and utensils used in this recipe
Elevate your baking experience with these essential kitchen tools:
- Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl — Perfect for mixing your dark and spooky cake batter with ease and style.
- Non-stick Cake Pans — Achieve perfectly baked gothic wedding cake layers every time.
- Offset Icing Spatula — Ideal for spreading icing smoothly, creating that eerie, perfect finish.
- Food Coloring Set — Bring your dark wedding cake to life with spooky shades of black, gray, and purple.
- Decorative Icing Tips — Add haunting details and intricate designs to your gothic wedding cake.
1. Introduction
Welcome, horror and wedding cake enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into the mysterious world of baking with Victor’s Gothic Wedding Cake for Corpse Bride Fans. This dark wedding cake isn’t just a dessert; it’s an eerie masterpiece that embodies the spooky elegance of gothic romance. Whether you’re preparing for a themed wedding or simply love spooky sweets, this gothic wedding cake recipe will leave your guests captivated and craving more.
2. Ingredients for the Dark Wedding Cake
- 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons black food coloring
- 2 teaspoons cocoa powder (for depth)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
3. Preparing the Spooky Wedding Cake Batter
Mix the dry ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream the butter and sugar
Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Add the wet ingredients
Stir in vanilla extract and black food coloring. Gradually add the dry mixture alternating with milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients, until smooth.
This step ensures a rich, dark batter that is perfect for a gothic wedding cake.
4. Baking the Gothic Wedding Cake Layers
Pour and bake the batter
Divide the batter evenly between prepared cake pans greased with butter or non-stick spray. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the layers
Allow the cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and gives you a perfect base for decorating.
5. Assembling and Frosting the Dark Wedding Cake
Layer the cakes
Once cooled, level each layer if necessary, then stack with a generous layer of frosting in between.
Prepare the frosting
Use a black or dark gray buttercream or fondant for that gothic aesthetic. Spread evenly over the top and sides of the cake using an offset icing spatula.
6. Decorating Tips for a Spooky Wedding Cake
- Use decorative icing tips to create intricate spiderwebs, bones, or eerie vines.
- Add edible pearls or sugar skulls for a haunting effect.
- Consider placing miniature figurines inspired by Corpse Bride for a thematic touch.
7. Storage and Serving the Spooky Wedding Cake
Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator if not serving immediately. Ideally, remove it about 30 minutes before slicing to enjoy its full flavor. For a stunning presentation, serve on a gothic-themed cake stand for maximum impact.
8. FAQs about the Dark Wedding Cake
Can I make this gothic wedding cake gluten-free?
Absolutely! Substitute all-purpose flour with a high-quality gluten-free flour blend. The cake retains moisture and flavor beautifully.
How long does the gothic wedding cake last?
In an airtight container, it stays fresh for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. For longer storage, consider freezing the assembled cake wrapped tightly with plastic wrap.
Can I prepare the cake in advance?
Yes! You can bake and assemble the cake up to 2 days ahead. Keep it refrigerated and decorate just before serving for the best presentation.
What are some creative decoration ideas for a spooky wedding cake?
Incorporate black roses, cobwebs, skull toppers, or draped fondant to create a hauntingly beautiful gothic wedding cake.
9. Conclusion
Embark on a gothic baking adventure with Victor’s Gothic Wedding Cake — a dark wedding cake that combines spooky aesthetics with delicious flavor. Perfect for Halloween-themed weddings, horror fan parties, or anyone who loves the mysterious and macabre. Explore more enchanting recipes like Creamy Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta or the Flintstones Brontosaurus Ribs BBQ for a complete spooky feast. Happy baking, and may your gothic wedding cake be eternally hauntingly beautiful!
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Victor’s Gothic Wedding Cake for Corpse Bride Fans
A gothic-style wedding cake inspired by the Corpse Bride, decorated with spooky skeletal and floral accents, perfect for fantasy and horror fans.
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: 1 three-tier cake
Ingredients
- 2 boxes black velvet cake mix
- 1 cup black buttercream frosting
- Purple edible glitter
- Skeleton and floral cake toppers
- Silver edible luster dust
- Edible lace decoration
Instructions
- Bake the black velvet cake layers and let cool completely.
- Apply a crumb coat with black buttercream, then chill.
- Decorate with additional buttercream, glitter, and edible lace.
- Gently place skeleton and floral toppers on the finished cake.
Notes
Ensure all decorations are edible or food-safe. Use a sharp serrated knife for clean layers. Chill the cake well before final decoration.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Baking, decorating
- Cuisine: Gothic, Fantasy
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
