Description
Ready to spook and delight? These Skull Lava Cakes are a hauntingly delicious twist on red velvet lava cake—perfect for Halloween parties, gothic-themed dinners, or just a dramatic dessert idea. Each eerie skull is soft and rich, with a gooey molten chocolate center and a light dusting of powdered sugar that mimics bone. These creepy treats fall under quick dessert ideas and Halloween baking musts. Whether you’re looking for easy recipes, themed food ideas, or festive baking inspiration, this one’s a showstopper!
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
6 pieces semi-sweet chocolate squares or truffles
Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease silicone skull molds.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk sugar, eggs, buttermilk, oil, vanilla, vinegar, and red food coloring.
4. Combine dry and wet ingredients, mixing until smooth but not overmixed.
5. Fill each mold halfway, insert a chocolate square or truffle in the center, then cover with more batter until 3/4 full.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, checking with a toothpick near the edge (not center).
7. Let cool in the mold for 10–15 minutes, then carefully unmold.
8. Dust with powdered sugar or decorate as desired.
Notes
Use silicone molds with defined skull features for the best visual effect.
Always grease your molds, even if they’re silicone.
Cool completely before unmolding to avoid breaking the shape.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cake
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg