Description

Indulge in the perfect centerpiece for your romantic celebrations with this Valentine’s Day Cake. This delightful creation features rich, moist chocolate layers paired with a luscious strawberry buttercream, ensuring a burst of flavor in every bite. Not only is it visually stunning, adorned with chocolate-covered strawberries, but it’s also easy to make at home. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, or simply want to impress your loved ones, this cake is a wonderful choice that brings joy and love to any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened 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
4 sticks unsalted butter
2/3 cup seedless strawberry preserves
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Red gel food coloring
Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until combined.
Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, then stir in hot coffee until smooth.
Divide batter between pans and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
For buttercream, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and mix in strawberry preserves and vanilla.
Frost cooled layers with strawberry buttercream and decorate with chocolate-covered strawberries.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 440
Sugar: 44g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 61g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 55mg