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Valentine's Birthday Cake

Irresistible Valentine's Birthday Cake for Sweet Celebrations

This Valentine's Birthday Cake is a decadent chocolate masterpiece perfect for sweet celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: General
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option
  • 2 cups Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder dark cocoa can substitute for a deeper taste
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh for the best rise
  • 1.5 tsp Baking Soda no substitutions necessary
  • 1 tsp Salt use sea salt or kosher salt as alternatives
  • 2 large Eggs vegan versions can substitute with applesauce or flaxseed meal mixed with water
  • 1 cup Milk almond or coconut milk for lactose-free options
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil can experiment with applesauce for a lighter option
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract no substitutions recommended
  • 1 cup Boiling Water essential for the cake's texture
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Buttercream Frosting use plant-based butter or margarine for dairy-free options
  • as needed Food Coloring choose vibrant colors to make the cake visually appealing

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • wire racks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by greasing with oil and dusting with flour.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture, and blend with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes.
  4. Carefully stir in the boiling water to the batter until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the two pans, tapping them gently to release air bubbles.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then invert them onto wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Once cooled, layer the cakes with buttercream frosting generously between the layers and on top.
  9. Slice and serve your beautiful Valentine's Birthday Cake with fresh strawberries or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing for the best results.

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