Irresistible Valentine Cake Smash
A vibrant, layered cake perfect for Valentine's Day celebrations, adorned with rich buttercream frosting and heart-shaped sprinkles.
Ingrédients
Cake Base Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
- 1.5 cups sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Can substitute with plant-based butter for dairy-free
- 1 cup milk Use almond or coconut milk for a dairy-free option
- 3 large eggs Use flax eggs for vegan option
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Feel free to experiment with other extracts
- 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensure freshness for proper rising
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- Red food coloring Adjust the amount to desired color intensity
Frosting and Decoration
- Buttercream frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Heart-shaped sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Measure out all ingredients to ensure everything is ready.
Mixing the Batter
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Incorporate red food coloring until the batter reaches your desired shade.
Baking
- Divide the batter evenly between the two greased pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooling and Decorating
- Allow cakes to cool in their pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, frost generously with buttercream and decorate with heart-shaped sprinkles.
Notes
Store tightly wrapped in plastic or an airtight container. For best results, allow cake to cool completely before frosting.