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Heart Cake: Best Recipe for Love

This delightful heart cake is perfect for celebrating love and special occasions with a delicious, homemade treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Contemporary
Servings 8 people
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Heart-shaped cake pan Non-stick pan for even baking
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For combining ingredients
  • 1 Whisk For smooth mixing
  • 1 Cooling Rack For cooling the cake
  • 1 Measuring Cup For precise measurements
  • 1 Measuring spoon For accurate portions

Ingredients
  

Batter:

  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour Sifted
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 3 Large eggs Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Melted
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Whole milk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • Pinch Salt

Icing:

  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter Softened
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your heart-shaped cake pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; add eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and milk. Mix until smooth.
    1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour, 1 cup Granulated sugar, 3 Large eggs, 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract, 1/2 cup Whole milk, 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder, Pinch Salt
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely, then spread the icing evenly over the cake. Decorate with your favorite garnishes such as edible rose petals or fresh berries.
    1 cup Powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract, 2-3 tablespoons Milk

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature ingredients. Customize the recipe with flavor twists like lemon zest or almond extract.
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