Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of your favorite chocolate or vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup of vanilla frosting
- Gel food coloring in green, purple, and black
- Edible glitter or shimmer dust for a mystical effect
- Mini plastic spider decorations or glow-in-the-dark accents
- Clear 8 oz mason jars or dessert containers
- Optional: candy eyeballs, witches’ hats, or themed sprinkles
Instructions
- Start by baking your cake according to the package instructions. Allow it to cool completely before assembling.
- Divide the vanilla frosting into bowls and add gel food coloring in vibrant Halloween hues: green, purple, and black. Mix well until desired color intensity is achieved.
- Add a layer of cake crumbs or small cake pieces at the bottom of each jar using a spoon or piping bag.
- Top with a layer of colored frosting, then repeat layers until the jar is nearly full, creating a swirling or layered effect for visual appeal.
- Finish with a small frosting layer on top. Sprinkle with edible glitter for shimmer and decorate with mini spiders, candy eyeballs, or themed sprinkles for a spooky touch.
- Store the jars in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, covered with a lid or plastic wrap. Decorate just before serving to keep the decorations fresh and vibrant.
Notes
- Use premade cake or leftover cake for convenience and extra flavor.
- Decorate with themed items for a more festive appearance.
- For dietary modifications, opt for gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan ingredients.
- Ensure the jars are fully cooled before layering to prevent melting or smearing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake / Assembly
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (about 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
