Valentine's Day Cake
A rich chocolate cake with moist layers, creamy buttercream frosting, and customizable decorations, perfect for celebrating love and affection on Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
- 0.75 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality for better flavor
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs Can use flax eggs for vegan option
- 1 cup whole milk Can substitute with almond or oat milk
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil Plant-based oils can be used
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure extract for best flavor
- 1 cup boiling water Essential for moist cake
Frosting and Decorations
- Buttercream frosting Homemade or store-bought
- Heart-shaped cake decorations For a festive touch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing them and dusting with flour.
- Gather all your ingredients, measuring them accurately for best results.
Mixing Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until evenly distributed.
- Add eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in the boiling water, mixing until fully combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting
- Once cooled, frost the top of one cake layer with buttercream frosting, place the second layer on top, and frost the top and sides.
- Decorate with heart-shaped decorations.
Serving
- Slice the cake into pieces and serve to your loved ones.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container. For best freshness, consume within a few days or refrigerate for longer storage. Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for future enjoyment.