Description
Indulge in a rich and velvety chocolate cake that’s perfect for celebrating love. This easy-to-make dessert features layers of moist cake topped with creamy pink frosting, making it a delightful centerpiece for your Valentine’s Day festivities. Whether you’re baking for a partner, friend, or simply treating yourself, this cake is sure to impress with its delicious flavor and beautiful presentation. Get ready to create sweet memories while enjoying every slice!
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Red or pink food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until creamy.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with milk until smooth.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg