Boogers and Slugs Halloween Cake

Get into the spooky spirit with this outrageously fun and creepy Boogers and Slugs Halloween Cake, a show-stopping dessert that’s perfect for any Halloween party! This decadent chocolate layer cake is made irresistibly moist with buttermilk and a touch of boiling water, while its rich cocoa flavor sets the stage for a ghoulishly green finish. Topped with slime-like neon green ganache and decorated with gummy worms and candy slugs, this cake oozes Halloween vibes. The messy, drippy design adds an extra layer of eerie fun, and you can even enhance the slime effect with a touch of corn syrup for an ultra-glossy finish. Simple to make yet visually stunning, this Halloween-themed cake combines sweet treats with spooky charm to delight kids and adults alike. Perfect for those seeking easy Halloween desserts, creepy cake ideas, or chocolate recipes with a twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 teaspoon green gel food coloring
• 1 bag candy slugs or gummy worms
• 1.5 cups green-tinted frosting or buttercream
• 1 cup white chocolate ganache
• 0.125 teaspoon neon green food dye
• 2 tablespoons corn syrup (optional for extra slime)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Slowly mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

Step 5

Add the boiling water to the batter, mixing carefully until the batter is smooth and thin.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of each cake comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the cakes to cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then remove them and let them cool completely on wire racks.

Step 8

While the cakes cool, combine the white chocolate ganache with a few drops of neon green food dye and corn syrup (if using) to create a slimy effect.

Step 9

Assemble the cake by spreading a layer of green-tinted frosting between the cakes, then cover the entire cake with the frosting.

Step 10

Drip the neon green ganache down the sides of the cake to look like oozy slime. Don’t worry about being too neat; the messier, the better!

Step 11

Top the cake with candy slugs or gummy worms to create a slug-and-booger-themed decoration.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy the spooky slimy fun!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2233.8 grams (2233.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7835

Total Fat 287.30g	368%
Saturated Fat 98.60g	493%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.70g
Cholesterol 447mg	149%
Sodium 3635mg	158%
Total Carbohydrate 1355.10g	493%
Dietary Fiber 72.40g	259%
Total Sugars 915.10g
Protein 102.10g	204%

Vitamin D 209IU	1045%
Calcium 1013mg	78%
Iron 46mg	256%
Potassium 4097mg	87%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.7%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 64.4%