Sa'ad News: In this article, you will learn how to make delicious and attractive Valentine mini cakes, so you can have a tasty surprise alongside your gift for Valentine’s Day.
According to Sa'ad News' cooking service, on February 14, the entire world celebrates a special occasion: Valentine's Day. On this day, lovers around the world exchange gifts to express their love and affection. If you're looking for Valentine cake ideas, you're in the right place.
In this section, we want to teach you how to make Valentine mini cakes to sweeten your day on this romantic occasion. Additionally, shaping the cakes into small hearts will make them even more fitting for this celebration. So, stay with us until the end.
Below are the necessary ingredients, divided into two sections: cake and frosting.
Room-temperature butter: 1 1/2 cups
Sugar: 2 1/2 cups
Large egg whites: 4
Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
Cake flour: 3 cups
Baking soda: 1/4 teaspoon
Baking powder: 2 1/2 teaspoons
Milk: 1 1/2 cups
Softened unsalted butter: 1 cup
Powdered sugar: 3 1/2 cups
Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
Almond extract: 1 teaspoon
Heavy cream or milk: 3 tablespoons
Follow these steps to bake this delicious cake:
First, set the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the baking sheet on the middle rack. Then, line a baking pan with a layer of parchment paper and lightly grease it with spray. Set the pan aside until needed.
Using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together for 3 minutes. While mixing, add the cream. Then, add the egg whites and vanilla, continuing to mix.
Take a large bowl and mix the cake flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together. Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk into the bowl while mixing on medium speed. Scrape the sides of the bowl with a spatula and pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
Place the cake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden. Let it cool for a bit. Once cooled, you can cut the cake into heart shapes.
Beat the butter for 2 minutes at medium speed using the mixer. Then reduce the speed and gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until well incorporated. Add salt, vanilla extract, almond extract, and heavy cream, mixing for at least 3 minutes.
Fill a plastic piping bag with the frosting and use a piping tip to create heart-shaped designs and edible flower decorations.
To ensure the cake is fully baked, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
If you want the frosting to be thicker, you can add 1/4 cup of powdered sugar to the mixture.
