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Hidden Heart Cake

Hidden Heart Cake

The Hidden Heart Cake reveals a luscious center of strawberry jam, transforming ordinary occasions into sweet celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERTS & TREATS
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour essential for structure and texture
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness and moisture
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder a leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • ½ cup unsalted butter must be softened
  • 3 large eggs binds ingredients together
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract imparts a warm fragrance
  • 1 cup whole milk contributes to moisture
Heart Filling
  • 1 cup strawberry jam creates the cake's signature hidden heart

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Cake pans
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two round cake pans.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then add the eggs one at a time.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and milk, then fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Pour half the batter into each cake pan, add strawberry jam to the center of one, then cover with remaining batter.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Dust the top with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

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