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Heart Shaped Cake

Pink heart shaped cake Recipe

A pink heart shaped cake is perfect for special moments like Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or birthdays. It’s easy to make, looks beautiful, and tastes amazing with fresh strawberries and creamy frosting. Let’s start baking and make something your loved ones will enjoy!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 1 pint fresh strawberries: Washed hulled, and quartered for a naturally sweet flavor.
  • 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter: Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar: Adds the perfect level of sweetness.
  • 3 large eggs: Helps bind the batter and create a fluffy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: Enhances the strawberry flavor.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour: The foundation of your cake.
  • 1 3-ounce box of strawberry-flavored gelatin: Adds vibrant color and extra strawberry flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder: Ensures your cake rises beautifully.
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt: Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 cup whole milk: Creates a moist and tender crumb.

For the Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter: Softened to make a creamy base.
  • 1 8-ounce cream cheese: Brings a tangy richness to the frosting.
  • 1 tablespoon reserved strawberry-flavored gelatin: Adds a touch of color and flavor.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar: For a smooth sweet finish.
  • Fresh strawberries: Optional for garnish.

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Your Cake Pans

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line the bottom of an 8-inch round cake pan and an 8-inch square cake pan with parchment paper.
  • Lightly grease and flour both pans to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Mash the Strawberries

  • Wash, hull, and quarter the strawberries.
  • Mash them with the back of a fork in a shallow bowl until juicy. Set aside.

Step 3: Make the Cake Batter

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and all but 1 tablespoon of the strawberry-flavored gelatin.
  • Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the batter, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  • Fold in the mashed strawberries and their juices for a burst of flavor.

Step 4: Bake the Cakes

  • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in their pans for 20 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 5: Shape the Cake

  • Cut the round cake in half.
  • Position the square cake on a serving platter so it looks like a diamond.
  • Place the halves of the round cake along the top sides of the diamond to form a heart shape.

Step 6: Frost the Cake

  • Beat the butter and cream cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  • Add the reserved gelatin and powdered sugar, mixing on low until combined.
  • Increase the speed to medium-high and beat until fluffy.
  • Spread the frosting evenly over the top and sides of the cake.