Ghost In The Machine Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Ghostly Colorants
Decoration
Method
Preparation of the Base
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- 2
- 3
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Coloring the Batter
- 4
Add Food Coloring
Divide the batter into two bowls. Add black food coloring to one bowl and purple food coloring to the other. Stir until evenly colored.
Baking
- 5
Prepare the Baking Pan
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- 6
Layer the Batter
Pour the black batter into one half of the baking pan and the purple batter into the other half, creating a marbled effect if desired.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Glazing and Decoration
- 8
Prepare the Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth.
- 9
Glaze the Cake
Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.
- 10
Add Edible Glitter
Sprinkle edible glitter over the glaze for a ghostly effect.