Spooky never looked so sweet! This funfetti eyeball cake uses Oreos & M&Ms for the creepiest (cutest) Halloween dessert ever.
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Nothing says Halloween quite like a cake that stares back at you. This eyeball cake starts with a funfetti round cake, gets a smooth coat of white frosting, and finishes with Oreo cookies and brown M&Ms for that perfectly creepy (and totally edible) eyeball effect.
It’s spooky, it’s sweet, and it’s way easier to make than it looks. Add it to your Halloween party table for the perfect centerpiece.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 4 ingredients — no fancy shopping trip required
- Ready in minutes — no baking skills needed to assemble
- Perfect for parties — a guaranteed conversation starter on the dessert table
- Kid-friendly fun — let the little ones help place the “eyeballs”
What You’ll Need
Table of Contents
- 1 Round Cake (Halloween funfetti used)
- White Frosting
- Brown M&M candies
- Oreo Cookies
Kitchen Tools
- Round Cake Pan
- Icing Spatula – you can also use a butter knife
How to Make Eyeball Halloween Cake
Start by frosting the cooled funfetti cake with the white frosting.
Separate the Oreo cookies and place a brown M&M in the center to create an eye.
Place the Oreo eyes onto the cake until you are happy with the coverage.
Sit back and enjoy your super cute and yummy Halloween cake.
Are you ready for a slice?
Recipe Variations
- Chocolate Overload: Swap the funfetti cake for chocolate cake and use chocolate frosting for a spookier, darker eyeball
- Bloodshot Eyes: Add thin red gel icing lines around the Oreo for a creepy “bloodshot” effect
- Mini Eyeball Cakes: Use cupcakes instead of a round cake for individual, grab-and-go treats
- Different Candy Eyes: Swap the M&Ms for candy eyeballs (found at craft/baking stores) for an even more realistic look
- Green Monster Eyes: Tint the frosting green instead of white for a monster-inspired twist
Storage Tips
- Room Temperature: Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days if serving soon after making Refrigerator: For longer storage, keep covered in the fridge for up to 4–5 days — just note the frosting may firm up slightly
- Freezing: Freeze the un-frosted cake layer (wrapped tightly in plastic wrap) for up to 3 months; frost and decorate with the Oreo and M&M eyes fresh after thawing
- Avoid Freezing Once Decorated: The Oreo cookies can get soggy and the M&Ms may bleed color if frozen after assembly, so it’s best to decorate close to serving time
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More Halloween Treats You’ll Love
Try these Halloween ghost recipes, Jack o’ lantern floats, Halloween cupcake recipes or this Halloween charcuterie board perfect for a party!
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