Delicious Heart-Shaped Cake for Your Loved Ones

This heart-shaped cake is a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and creamy frosting, it’s sure to impress your loved ones. This recipe is simple and family-friendly, making it a great choice for celebrations or just because!

Heart-Shaped Cake Recipe Overview

Ingredients for Heart-Shaped Cake

Chocolate Cake Layers

1 1/2 cups + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour (210g), 2 cups granulated sugar (400g), 1/2 cup dark or Dutch-processed cocoa powder (50g), 1 1/2 tsp baking powder (6g), 1/2 tsp fine salt (3g), 2/3 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (150g), 2/3 cup carton egg whites or 5 large egg whites, room temperature (155g), 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature (240g), 1 Tbsp vegetable or canola oil (14g), 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (4g).

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature (452g), 1 Tbsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (12g), 1/2 tsp fine salt (3g), 6 cups powdered sugar (750g), 1/3 cup dark or Dutch-processed cocoa powder (33g), 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, room temperature (120g), 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate, melted and cooled (260g), 1/3 cup heavy cream (80g).

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preparing the Cake Pans

First, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 8-inch heart-shaped cake pans with parchment paper and non-stick spray. If you don’t have heart-shaped pans, round ones will work; just follow heart-shaping instructions later.

Mixing the Cake Batter

In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Next, mix in the softened butter until the mixture resembles damp sand. Then, add the egg whites and mix until just combined. Incorporate buttermilk, oil, and vanilla, mixing until smooth.

Baking the Cake Layers

Divide the batter between the prepared pans. Bake for 32-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. After baking, cool for 10 minutes, then freeze for 30 minutes before removing from pans.

Making the Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

For the frosting, beat the butter until smooth, then add vanilla and salt. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and cream until smooth. Adjust the consistency as needed for easy spreading.

Assembling the Heart-Shaped Cake

Stack the cake layers on a board, applying frosting between them. Cover the cake with a thin layer of frosting and chill until firm. Then, add a thicker layer of frosting and chill again to set.

Decorating the Cake

Melt the dark chocolate and mix it into the remaining frosting to create different shades. Finally, pipe decorations onto the cake as desired. Let your creativity shine!

Tips for Perfecting Your Heart-Shaped Cake

Measure flour accurately for the best results. Always use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Chill cake layers before assembling for easier handling. For piping, sturdy Ziplock bags work well if you don’t have piping bags. For dairy-free options, substitute buttermilk and cream with non-dairy alternatives and use vegan butter. Also, ensure the frosting has the right consistency for easier decoration.

Substitutions and Variations

You can use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour. Different types of cocoa powder can also be used for unique flavors. Additionally, various dairy alternatives can replace buttermilk and cream for those with dietary restrictions.

Storing Your Heart-Shaped Cake

Your heart-shaped cake can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerated for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to a month. The frosting can be stored in the fridge for up to a month or frozen for up to 3 months.

FAQs

Related Recipes to try

• Heart Cake
• Valentines Day Cake
• Heart Shaped Cookie Cake

Conclusion

This delightful heart-shaped cake is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Whether for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or just a fun family dessert, it’s bursting with rich flavors and beautiful presentation. For more inspiration, don’t forget to check out our Pinterest page at Artemis Recipes.

Delicious Heart-Shaped Cake for Your Loved Ones

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A delightful heart-shaped cake perfect for celebrating love and special occasions.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 servings

Ingredients

  

Chocolate Cake Layers

• 1 ½ cups + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour (210g)
• 2 cups granulated sugar (400g)
• ½ cup dark or Dutch-processed cocoa powder (50g)
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder (6g)
• ½ tsp fine salt (3g)
• ⅔ cup unsalted butter, room temperature (150g)
• ⅔ cup carton egg whites or 5 large egg whites, room temperature (155g)
• 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature (240g)
• 1 Tbsp vegetable or canola oil (14g)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (4g)

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

• 2 cups unsalted butter, room temperature (452g)
• 1 Tbsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste (12g)
• ½ tsp fine salt (3g)
• 6 cups powdered sugar (750g)
• ⅓ cup dark or Dutch-processed cocoa powder (33g)
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream, room temperature (120g)
• 1 ½ cups dark chocolate, melted and cooled (260g)
• ⅓ cup heavy cream (80g)

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two 8-inch heart-shaped cake pans with parchment paper and non-stick spray. If unavailable, use round pans and follow the heart-shaping instructions.

• In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix in softened butter until the mixture resembles damp sand.

• Add egg whites and mix until just combined. Then, incorporate buttermilk, oil, and vanilla, mixing until smooth.

• Divide the batter between the prepared pans. Bake for 32-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool for 10 minutes, then freeze for 30 minutes before removing from pans.

• For the frosting, beat the butter until smooth, then add vanilla and salt. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and cream until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.

• Stack the cake layers on a board, applying frosting between them. Cover the cake with a thin layer of frosting and chill until firm. Add a thicker layer of frosting and chill again.

• Melt dark chocolate and mix it into the remaining frosting to create different shades. Pipe decorations onto the cake as desired.

Notes

– Measure flour accurately for best results.
– Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.
– Chill cake layers before assembly for easier handling.
– Piping bags can be substituted with sturdy Ziplock bags.
– For dairy-free options, substitute buttermilk and cream with non-dairy alternatives and use vegan butter.
– Ensure frosting has the right consistency for easier decoration.

Keyword cake, chocolate, dessert, heart-shaped