Description
A heart-shaped cake is the perfect way to show someone you care. Whether it’s for Valentine’s Day, a wedding, or a birthday, a heart cake adds a personal touch to any occasion. This guide provides 10 delightful and easy heart cake ideas that anyone can make to impress their loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 cups unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your heart-shaped pan.
- Mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar, then add eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and milk, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the heart-shaped pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Cool the cake completely before frosting.
- Prepare frosting by mixing butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream.
- Frost the cake with a smooth layer of buttercream.
- Decorate with food coloring, fondant, or edible decorations.
Notes
- You can also make mini heart cakes for individual servings.
- This cake can be decorated in various styles like vintage piping, fondant, or with fresh fruits.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Cake, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice