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Red and white Valentine cake: Create a sweet surprise!

red and white valentine cake (easy celebration cake)

A delightful red and white Valentine cake that is perfect for celebrating love and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Red food coloring
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • Fresh strawberries for decoration

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 a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
  6. Divide the batter into two bowls. In one bowl, add red food coloring until desired color is achieved.
  7. Pour the red batter into one cake pan and the white batter into another.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let the cakes cool completely before frosting.
  10. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, then frost the top of the white cake and layer with the red cake.
  11. Decorate with fresh strawberries on top.

Notes

  • Ensure the cakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Adjust the amount of red food coloring based on your preference for color intensity.
  • This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

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