Heart Cake
Learn how to make a delicious and stunning Heart Cake with simple steps, perfect for any occasion! Get creative with flavors and decorations.
Ingredients
For the Cake Batter:
- 2 ½ cups of flour
- 1 ½ cups of sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup of butter softened
- 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract optional
- ¼ cup of cocoa powder optional, for chocolate cake
- ½ cup of milk or more as needed for consistency
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup of butter softened
- 4 cups of powdered sugar
- ¼ cup of milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract optional
- 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder optional, for chocolate frosting
For Decorations:
- Edible glitter
- Sprinkles
- Fresh fruits strawberries, raspberries, citrus slices
- Edible flowers
Optional for Special Diets:
- Gluten-free flour if needed
- Dairy-free butter if needed
Instructions
Prepare Your Cake Batter:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line a heart-shaped pan with parchment paper.
- Beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour and baking powder) and mix.
- Stir in the vanilla extract (or cocoa powder for a chocolate version).
- Add milk to achieve the desired consistency.
Bake Your Heart-Shaped Cake:
- Pour the prepared batter evenly into the heart-shaped pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
Prepare the Frosting:
- Beat the softened butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until the mixture is fluffy.
- Add milk to reach the desired consistency for spreading.
- Add vanilla extract or cocoa powder for flavoring, if desired.
Frost the Cake:
- Once the cake has cooled completely, spread a smooth layer of frosting on top.
- Add more frosting as needed to cover the sides.
Decorate the Cake:
- Decorate with edible glitter, sprinkles, fresh fruits, or edible flowers for an elegant touch.
- Optionally, you can pipe additional frosting designs for a professional finish.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve the heart cake to your loved ones, and enjoy the celebration!
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 30g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Potassium: 180mg