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Heart Shaped Birthday Cake

Decadent Heart Shaped Birthday Cake for Unforgettable Celebrations

This heart shaped birthday cake is a showstopper for any celebration, captivating everyone with its delicious taste and versatile design.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Can be replaced with vegetable oil for a dairy-free version
  • 3 large Eggs Flaxseed meal can serve as an egg substitute
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Almond extract can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup Whole milk Almond milk or buttermilk can be used as alternatives
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips For a rich chocolate experience
  • 1 cup Fresh strawberries For layering between cake layers
  • Frosting Creamy buttercream or chocolate ganache for topping

Equipment

  • Heart-shaped cake pans
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two heart-shaped pans with non-stick spray and flour.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream the butter in another bowl until light and fluffy, then gradually add the dry mixture while mixing.
  4. Beat in the eggs one by one and then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the milk while alternating with the dry ingredients until smooth.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting. Add fresh fruit wisely to maintain cake structure.

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