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Mini Heart Shaped Cakes

Mini Heart Shaped Cakes

Delightful Mini Heart Shaped Cakes are sweet, charming, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour A versatile base that gives your cakes structure and texture.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Adds the perfect amount of sweetness to balance the flavors.
  • 1 tsp baking powder Helps your cakes rise beautifully for a fluffy finish.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Enhances the flavor and balances the sweetness of the sugar.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Provides richness and moisture, ensuring a tender cake.
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together while adding moisture and richness.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Infuses the batter with a warm, aromatic flavor that's simply delightful.
  • 1/2 cup whole milk Keeps the batter smooth and gives your cakes a lovely, moist texture.

Equipment

  • heart-shaped cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Mixer

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gently grease the heart-shaped cake pans, ensuring they’re ready to release those sweet creations easily.
  2. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk until the batter is smooth.
  6. Bake Cakes: Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool Completely: Allow cakes to cool in pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant touch before serving. Properly soften butter and avoid overmixing the batter.

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