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Heart lock key design cake for Valentine that delights!

heart lock key design cake for valentine

A beautifully crafted heart lock key design cake perfect for Valentine’s Day celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Red fondant for decoration
  • White fondant for decoration
  • Edible gold dust for finishing touches

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  8. Let the cakes cool completely before decorating.
  9. Roll out the red and white fondant to create the heart lock and key shapes.
  10. Assemble the cake and decorate with fondant and edible gold dust.

Notes

  • Ensure the cakes are completely cool before applying fondant.
  • Use a cake leveler for even layers.
  • Store the cake in a cool place to maintain freshness.

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