Description

Bento Heart Cake is a delightful, heart-shaped dessert that beautifully blends rich chocolate flavors with creamy frosting. This cake is perfect for celebrating love on occasions like Valentine’s Day or anniversaries, evoking sweet memories and making every moment special. With its stunning appearance and delicious taste, it’s sure to impress anyone who takes a bite.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
4 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two heart-shaped cake pans.
In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add eggs, milk, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cakes to cool completely before frosting with a mixture of beaten butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until fluffy.
Assemble the cake by layering with frosting in between the two layers and covering the entire cake with frosting.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 51g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For added flavor variations, substitute vanilla extract with almond extract or incorporate chocolate chips into the batter. Decorate with fresh fruits or edible flowers for an eye-catching presentation.