Valentine’s Day Cake

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day with delightful cake recipes that will wow your sweetheart! Discover how to whip up a Luscious Raspberry Rose Delight Cake and explore unique flavors like chocolate lavender and vegan options. With easy baking tips and stunning decoration ideas, you'll create a memorable dessert that looks and tastes amazing.

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 ½ cups granulated sugar

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 large eggs

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 cup buttermilk

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup fresh raspberries (plus extra for garnish)

½ cup rose petal jam or syrup

1 cup heavy whipping cream

2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Edible rose petals for decoration

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).

Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

Fold in Raspberries: Gently fold in the fresh raspberries, making sure not to break them too much.

Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

Prepare the Cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip.

Layer the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of rose petal jam on top, followed by a layer of whipped cream.

Add the Second Layer: Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process: spread more rose petal jam and whipped cream on top of the cake.

Decorate: Decorate the top of the cake with edible rose petals and a few fresh raspberries for a beautiful finish.

Prep Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins | Servings: 10-12

- Presentation Tips: Serve the cake on a beautiful cake stand, and slice pieces carefully to maintain the layers. You can also add a drizzle of additional rose petal syrup around each slice on the plate for an extra touch of elegance.