How to Make a Skull Cake

The key to a cool Halloween party lies in creating the right atmosphere. You need all the trimmings, from dangling spiders to cobwebs and jack-o'-lanterns. But one thing that you might add that's less common is a skull cake. This grinning treat is easy to make if you have the right equipment. Does this Spark an idea?

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Skull cake pan Cake mix Chocolate icing White icing

Instructions

- 1
  
  Buy a skull cake pan. If you can't find one in your area, they are readily available online (see Resources section).
- 2
  
  Follow the instructions on the box of cake mix for making the batter. Spray the inside of your cake pan with a non-stick spray and pour the cake mixture into the pan. Bake according to the instructions on the box.
- 3
  
  Remove the cake from the oven and let cool. Carefully flip it out on a flat surface with the skull faceup.
- 4
  
  Use dark chocolate icing to decorate the eyes, nose and mouth.
- 5
  
  Cover the rest with white icing.

Skull Cake Pan

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