Description
A delightful baking experience perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Red food coloring
- Heart-shaped sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture.
- Add milk and mix until smooth.
- Divide the batter and add red food coloring to one half.
- Spoon the red and white batter alternately into a greased baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool and decorate with heart-shaped sprinkles.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Use a toothpick to check if the cake is done.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: valentines baking aesthetic