Little Chocolate Heart Cakes
What’s better than a delicious cake? A personalized cake for each guest! ? I've been wanting to make these adorable heart-shaped cakes for so long, and I have to say—they were such a joy to create! With only piped frosting as decoration, they come together quickly and effortlessly. The best part? Each cake can be uniquely customized! You can fill them with a variety of berries, a layer of jam or chocolate spread, or even add a crunchy twist with crushed nuts or chocolate. The possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cake (Dough):
- 8 Eggs – large fresh eggs at room temperature for a light and fluffy texture.
- 200 g Flour – all-purpose flour for a soft and airy cake.
- 35 g Cocoa Powder – unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor.
- 200 g Sugar – granulated sugar to sweeten the cake.
- 5 tbsp Oil – vegetable or sunflower oil to keep the cake moist.
For the Cream & Topping:
- 500 g Mascarpone – for a creamy and smooth frosting.
- 350 ml Cooking Cream – to make the frosting light and fluffy.
- 100 g Powdered Sugar – for a perfectly sweet and velvety frosting.
- Food Coloring – A few drops of pink or red to add a romantic touch.
- Strawberries – Fresh chopped strawberries for garnish and extra sweetness.
- Blueberries – A handful of fresh blueberries to add a pop of color.
- Blackberries – For a slightly tart contrast and elegant decoration.
- Mint Leaves – To add a refreshing and decorative touch.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together using an electric mixer for about 5 minutes, until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
- Sift in the flour and cocoa powder, then gently fold them into the egg mixture to keep it airy. Slowly add the oil and continue folding until fully combined. Pour the batter into the prepared tray and spread evenly.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before cutting heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
Step 2: Prepare the Cream
- In a bowl, whisk together the mascarpone, cooking cream, and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add a few drops of food coloring and mix until evenly colored.
- Transfer the cream into a piping bag with a star nozzle.
Step 3: Assemble the Cakes
- Take two heart-shaped cake layers. Pipe a layer of mascarpone frosting onto one heart. Sprinkle a generous amount of chopped strawberries over the frosting for a juicy, fruity surprise. Place the second cake layer on top and gently press it down.
- Pipe additional frosting on top of the second cake layer.
- Garnish with strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and fresh mint leaves.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy!
- These Little Chocolate Heart Cakes are perfect for special occasions like Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or birthdays. Serve fresh and enjoy the delightful combination of chocolate, berries, and creamy frosting! ???
Notes
350 kcal Per Cake - Approximate
*Nutrition info is a rough estimate based on the ingredients. Note that values may vary from case to case.
*As with all recipes, there is a number of ways you can get things done. If you believe that some of the instructions can be improved, or have a good alternative solution, feel free to leave a comment.
