Description
A trendy heart cake perfect for delicious celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Red food coloring (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a heart-shaped cake pan.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing well.
- Add red food coloring until desired shade is reached.
- Pour batter into pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use buttermilk instead of regular milk.
- Adjust food coloring based on your preference.
- Decorate with frosting or fresh berries if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: trendy heart cake, valentine dessert, easy baking