Halloween Bento Cake
A delightful and festive treat perfect for Halloween parties and school snacks, these bento cakes are easy to customize and provide the perfect portion size.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 10 bento cakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- Food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (Halloween-themed, optional)
- Whipped cream or icing (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the flour and baking powder in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Cut into portions and decorate with whipped cream, icing, and festive toppings.
Notes
Ensure eggs and butter are at room temperature for better texture. Avoid overmixing to prevent a tough cake.
Find it online: https://www.chickenmint.com/halloween-bento-cakes/