Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– Red and pink food coloring
– Whipped cream or frosting for decoration
Equipment Needed
– Two 8-inch heart-shaped cake pans
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Parchment paper
– Cooling rack
– Toothpicks
– Off-set spatula
– Knife for cutting
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s get baking! Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line your heart-shaped cake pans with parchment paper to make removing the cake easy. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk until everything is combined and smooth. (See the next page below to continue steps…)