Why Make This Recipe
Valentine’s Day is a special time to celebrate love and connection. What better way to do that than with a delicious homemade cake? This Valentine’s Day Cake is rich, moist, and topped with fluffy whipped cream, making it the perfect dessert to share with your loved one. It’s simple to make and offers a delightful taste that will impress anyone. Plus, it’s an excellent way to show someone just how much you care.
How to Make Valentine’s Day Cake
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Fresh berries or chocolate shavings for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix well until smooth.
- Carefully stir in boiling water until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely in the pans.
- While cooling, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread whipped cream on top, and place the second layer on top.
- Frost or garnish as desired with fresh berries or chocolate shavings.
- Serve and enjoy your romantic Valentine’s Day cake!
How to Serve Valentine’s Day Cake
This cake is best served fresh after frosting. Cut it into slices and place them on plates. You can add a few fresh berries or chocolate shavings on top of each slice for an extra touch of elegance. It pairs wonderfully with a glass of milk or a warm cup of coffee, making it a perfect dessert for any romantic evening.
How to Store Valentine’s Day Cake
If you have leftovers, store the cake in an airtight container in the fridge. It will stay fresh for about 3 to 4 days. Make sure to keep the cake covered to prevent it from drying out. If you want to keep it longer, consider freezing it. Wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Thaw in the fridge when you’re ready to enjoy it again.
Tips to Make Valentine’s Day Cake
- Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer flavor.
- Don’t skip the boiling water step; it helps to make the cake moist.
- Decorate with seasonal berries for a beautiful and festive touch.
Variation
You can turn this cake into a red velvet version by adding red food coloring to the batter. Just reduce the cocoa powder to 1/4 cup and add about 1 tablespoon of red food coloring.
FAQs
1. Can I use a different type of flour?
Yes, you can use gluten-free flour if you need a gluten-free option. Make sure to choose a blend that works for cakes.
2. Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can bake the cakes a day or two in advance and store them in the fridge. Just frost them closer to serving time.
3. What can I use instead of vegetable oil?
You can substitute melted butter or a light olive oil for the vegetable oil in this recipe.
Valentine’s Day Cake
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A rich and moist cake topped with fluffy whipped cream, perfect for celebrating love on Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Fresh berries or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix well until smooth.
- Carefully stir in boiling water until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cakes cool completely in the pans.
- While cooling, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Once cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread whipped cream on top, and place the second layer on top.
- Frost or garnish as desired with fresh berries or chocolate shavings.
- Serve and enjoy your romantic Valentine’s Day cake!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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