Heart-Shaped Cake
Indulge in the charm of heart-shaped cakes that bring joy to any celebration. This easy-to-make cake features a rich chocolate flavor and a tender crumb, perfect for romantic dinners or just to brighten someone’s day. Experience the nostalgia of childhood baking while creating a stunning dessert that is sure to impress. Let’s get started on this delightful recipe that will make your heart sing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a heart-shaped cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Combine with dry ingredients and stir gently until just blended.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Frost once completely cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg