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valentines day cakes

Valentines Day Cakes: 5 Sweet Recipes to Melt Hearts


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and romantic cakes perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  3. In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Stir in vanilla extract and milk.
  7. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pans.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let cakes cool before removing from pans.
  11. Frost with your favorite icing and top with strawberries.

Notes

  • Use heart-shaped cake pans for a romantic touch.
  • Decorate with whipped cream for added flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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