Description
These Little Debbie Valentine Heart Shaped Cakes are a delightful treat for Valentine’s Day, perfect for sharing with loved ones or as a festive dessert. With layers of moist white cake, a creamy filling, and a white chocolate coating, these heart-shaped cakes are not only adorable but also delicious.
Ingredients
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For the cake:
- 1 box white cake mix plus eggs, oil, and water listed on the box
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream
For the coating:
- 2 cups white chocolate chips or candy melts
- Red or pink gel food coloring
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Bake the cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare cake batter as directed with vanilla extract. Bake in a greased, lined sheet pan for 18–22 minutes. Cool and cut out heart shapes.
- Make the filling: Whip butter, then add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream until smooth.
- Add the Filling: Spread filling on one heart and sandwich with another.
- Coat the cakes: Melt white chocolate with food coloring. Dip each cake sandwich, tap off excess, and set on a rack to dry.
- Decorate: Add sprinkles or drizzle designs as desired.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cooled before cutting.
- Experiment with different colored coatings for variety.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg