There’s no better season to indulge in frightfully delicious treats than Halloween. It’s the time of year when we get to embrace that sweet tooth, try new sugary things, and let our creativity soar. That’s particularly true in the cake department.
No one knows that more than The Big Bake: Halloween judge Eddie Jackson. The former NFL player turned celebrity chef has some key tips on how to turn a ghoulish old cake into a delightful Halloween creation.
Think seasonal flavours
Want to take your Halloween cake to scary new heights? Embrace the season and all it has to offer in food form. The weather outside is cooling off, which means it’s a great time to add some unexpected warmth to your bake. Pause summery flavours like lavender and lemon and think of warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice or that good old annual favourite, pumpkin spice.
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Add candy
An easy and fun way to add instant flavour and pizazz to any cake is via candy. Store-bought, homemade, or even leftover Halloween candy does the trick here. According to Eddie, the most important thing to remember is to embrace your inner child and enjoy the process. “Have a little bit of fun, and I guarantee you it’s going to pack the flavour,” he says.
Decorate to the max
Halloween decor isn’t just for the house! It’s perfectly acceptable to deck out your baked goods too. Whether that’s adding some edible eyeballs or melting spider webs onto your cake, the added ambience will make your final creation taste that much better. So get scary and have some fun with your decorating. It’s Halloween, after all!