Heart-shaped cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Red food coloring

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease and flour a heart-shaped cake pan.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Add in eggs one at a time and beat until well combined.
6. Beat in vanilla extract.
7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients mixture in three parts alternating with milk, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
8. Add in red food coloring until desired color is achieved.
9. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove cake from the oven and let it cool in its pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool.

Serving suggestion:

• Dust the cake with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries.
• Spread whipped cream frosting and decorate with edible silver beads for a romantic touch.
• Artfully pipe raspberry flavored buttercream frosting to create the look of the human heart for a unique touch.

Verdict:

This moist and delicious heart-shaped cake is perfect for any romantic occasion, including Valentine’s Day, anniversaries or even proposals. The classic flavor and the deep red color give this cake a warm and thoughtful sentiment that your loved ones will appreciate.