Valentine's Day Heart-Shaped Cake with Cream Frosting and Sprinkles

Ready to wow your loved one this Valentine’s Day? This heart-shaped cake is the ultimate showstopper for your romantic celebration. Featuring light, fluffy layers and a sweet cream frosting topped with vibrant red and pink sprinkles, it’s a dessert that’s as heartfelt as it is delicious.

But this cake is more than just a treat – it’s an opportunity to create a special memory. The soft, tender layers perfectly complement the rich, creamy frosting, making every bite a sweet celebration of love. Whether you’re new to baking or a seasoned pro, this recipe is easy to follow and delivers picture-perfect results.

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A Sweet Heart-Shaped Cake for Your Loved One

This heart-shaped cake is irresistibly moist and fluffy, layered with luscious cream frosting and finished with a sprinkle of love in red and pink. It’s as delightful to look at as it is to savor, striking the perfect harmony of sweetness in every bite.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk
3 large eggs
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups heavy cream (for frosting)
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Red and pink sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a heart-shaped cake pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Milk: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared heart-shaped pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely in the pan.
Make the Frosting: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Frost the Cake: Once the cake is cool, carefully remove it from the pan. Spread the whipped cream frosting evenly on top and sides of the cake.
Decorate: Sprinkle the red and pink sprinkles over the frosted cake for a festive touch.
Serve: Slice and serve the cake to your loved ones, and enjoy the sweet celebration!