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Valentine’s Mini Heart Cakes Recipe for Sweet Romance

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These Valentine’s Mini Heart Cakes are tender, chocolatey, and perfectly portioned for a romantic treat. Soft, moist, and adorable, they are ideal for sharing with someone special—or indulging yourself.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour

½ cup sugar

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

½ cup butter, softened

2 large eggs

½ cup milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ teaspoon baking powder

¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a mini heart-shaped cake pan.
  2. Beat softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition.
  4. Stir in milk and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
  7. Pour batter into prepared mini heart-shaped pan.
  8. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow cakes to cool before removing from the pan. Decorate as desired with icing, powdered sugar, or toppings.

Notes

Top with chocolate ganache, cream cheese frosting, or whipped cream.

Add a teaspoon of instant coffee or espresso powder to enhance chocolate flavor.

Mix in fresh raspberries or strawberries for a fruity surprise.

Fold in chopped walnuts or almonds for added texture.

Use a gluten-free flour blend to make the cakes gluten-free.

Store cakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Freeze for up to 1 month, thaw at room temperature before serving.

Reheat gently in the microwave for a few seconds to enjoy warm.

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