Valentine's Birthday Cake
A delightful and rich cake perfect for celebrating love and birthdays, featuring chocolate and vibrant decorations.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk Can substitute with almond or coconut milk for lactose-free
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water Activates cocoa flavor
Decoration
- Food coloring For decoration
- Buttercream frosting For decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans with vegetable oil or butter, then dust with flour.
- Gather all ingredients to ensure everything is at hand.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to evenly mix ingredients.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes to form a smooth batter.
- Carefully stir in the boiling water; the batter will be thin.
Baking
- Distribute batter evenly into prepared pans and tap gently on the countertop to release air bubbles.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then invert onto wire racks to cool completely.
Decoration and Serving
- Once cooled, layer and decorate the cakes with buttercream frosting and food coloring as desired.
- Slice and serve to enjoy!
Notes
Wrap the cake tightly for storage; it can last about 3-5 days in the fridge. For extra flavor, let the cake sit for a day before serving.