Description
Mini Loaf Cakes Halloween are moist chocolate cakes baked in small loaf containers and decorated with Oreo dirt, candy bones, gummy worms, and sprinkles. Easy to make, customizable, and perfect for spooky parties or family fun.
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup milk
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½ cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
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12 Oreos, crushed
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½ cup Halloween sprinkles
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Candy bones, gummy worms, or ghost toppers for decoration
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Batter
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place mini loaf containers on a baking sheet.
• Grease or line containers with parchment.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
• In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
• In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
4️⃣ Combine
• Add dry ingredients to wet mixture in batches, alternating with milk. Stir until smooth.
5️⃣ Fill Containers
• Spoon batter into each container, filling halfway. Add chocolate chips if using.
6️⃣ Bake
• Bake 18–22 minutes. Test with toothpick; it should come out clean.
7️⃣ Decorate
• Cool completely, then top with crushed Oreos, sprinkles, and candy decorations.
Notes
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Always fill containers only halfway to prevent overflow.
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Decorate just before serving to keep toppings crisp.
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Add ganache drizzle for a decadent variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American