Description
A heart-shaped cake makes for the perfect celebration dessert. Ideal for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or birthdays, this cake is simple to make, visually striking, and customizable with various flavors and decorations. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a beginner, this cake will surely impress your guests.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup milk
2 tsp baking powder
Frosting of your choice (buttercream, chocolate ganache, or cream cheese frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a square and round cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling.
- To assemble the heart shape: Place the square cake diagonally, then cut the round cake in half and position each half on the top two corners of the square to form a heart.
- Frost the cake with your choice of frosting and decorate as desired.
Notes
For a more decadent treat, consider adding a filling such as chocolate ganache or fruit preserves.
- Experiment with different cake flavors like red velvet or lemon for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (out of 8)
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20mg
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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