Description
A delicious and romantic cake perfect for Valentine’s Day. This moist and flavorful cake is easy to make and will impress your loved one.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup red food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add water, vegetable oil, vinegar, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Stir until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool before decorating with frosting or toppings of your choice.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for a deeper red color.
- Decorate with fresh berries or edible flowers for a romantic touch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: valentines cake, romantic dessert, homemade cake, valentines day recipe