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Sweetly Irresistible Chocolate Heart Cake🍫❤️🍰

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Cooking Method
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Total Time: 1 hr
Servings 10
Calories 320
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

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This Chocolate Heart Cake is an irresistible, indulgent dessert that combines the rich, deep flavors of chocolate with a soft, moist texture. Perfect for special occasions like Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or birthdays, the heart-shaped design adds a personal, romantic touch to any celebration.

The cake itself is made from a simple yet decadent mixture of cocoa powder, sugar, eggs, and a hint of vanilla extract, which creates a moist and tender crumb. The homemade chocolate frosting is smooth, creamy, and rich, perfectly complementing the cake. Decorated with chocolate shavings or heart-shaped sprinkles, this cake is a true showstopper, both in flavor and appearance.

Whether you're a baking pro or a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and guaranteed to impress. It's the ideal treat to share with loved ones, offering both a delightful taste and a heartwarming presentation that’s sure to make any celebration extra special.

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Ingredients
    For the Cake:
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk (as needed)
  • Pinch of salt
  • For Decoration:
  • Chocolate shavings or heart-shaped sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
    1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a heart-shaped cake pan, or use parchment paper.

    2. Prepare the cake batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and combined.

    3. Add boiling water to the batter and mix carefully (the batter will be thin). Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

    4. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

    5. Prepare the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix in the vanilla and milk, adding more milk as necessary to achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency.

    6. Assemble the cake: Once the cake is fully cooled, frost the top and sides with the chocolate frosting. Decorate with chocolate shavings or heart-shaped sprinkles.

    7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10


Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Cholesterol 50mg17%
Sodium 160mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 35g
Protein 4g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note
  • Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
  • For extra flavor, add a tablespoon of coffee or espresso to the batter to enhance the chocolate flavor.
  • For a smoother texture, sift the cocoa powder before adding it to the frosting.

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