Description
Indulge in the romantic allure of this Valentine’s Day Cake, a delightful combination of rich chocolate layers and luscious strawberry buttercream. This stunning dessert not only captivates the eye but also tantalizes the taste buds, making it the perfect centerpiece for your celebration. Whether you’re planning a cozy dinner for two or a festive gathering with family, this cake is surprisingly easy to make, ensuring that bakers of all levels can create a gourmet treat that embodies love and affection. Personalize it with your favorite fruits or colors to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup freshly brewed hot coffee
- 6 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 4 sticks unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup strawberry preserves
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Red gel food coloring
- Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Combine with dry ingredients.
- Slowly add hot coffee and stir until just mixed.
- Divide batter into prepared pans and bake for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes before frosting with strawberry buttercream made from butter, powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, salt, and vanilla.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg