Description
A simple and delicious heart-shaped cake perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Red food coloring (as needed for heart shape)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a heart-shaped cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until smooth.
- Add red food coloring to achieve a pink or red hue, then pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate with frosting and heart-shaped sprinkles as desired.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality vanilla extract and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Sugar: 20g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 4g