Ingredients and Weight:
- Cake Mix: 800g (any flavor, such as chocolate or vanilla)
- Eggs: 3 large
- Vegetable Oil: 1/2 cup
- Heart-shaped Cookie Cutters: 1 set (to shape the cake)
- Butter: 1/2 cup (for greasing the baking dish)
- White Chocolate Chips or Melting Chocolate: 100g (optional, for decoration)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45-55 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Mix the cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil together in a bowl until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish.
- Use the heart-shaped cookie cutters to press into the cake mixture to create a heart shape.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- If desired, melt the white chocolate chips or melting chocolate and pour or spread onto the cooled cake for decoration.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: approx. 400 calories per slice (depending on cake mix and ingredients used)
Fat: approx. 20g
Carbohydrates: approx. 60g
Protein: approx. 5g
(Note: Nutrition facts may vary based on ingredients and brand.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Easy to make with readily available ingredients.
- Heart shape is perfect for romantic occasions or as a surprise for loved ones.
- Customizable by adding different flavors or decorations.
User Comments:
- "This is such an easy and cute cake to make! My family loved it." - John Doe
- "The heart shape was a big hit at my boyfriend's surprise birthday party! Everyone loved the chocolate flavor." - Jane Smith
- "A great dessert for Valentine's Day or any special occasion." - Emily Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use a baking dish that is large enough to accommodate the heart shape without overcrowding the oven.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to check if the cake is done baking in the center to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
- For best results, follow the baking instructions on the cake mix box closely, especially the baking temperature and time.
