{"id":2471,"date":"2021-02-13T05:00:34","date_gmt":"2021-02-13T10:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/?p=2471"},"modified":"2021-02-16T00:26:13","modified_gmt":"2021-02-16T05:26:13","slug":"a-valentines-day-cake-for-mom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/holidays\/a-valentines-day-cake-for-mom\/","title":{"rendered":"A Valentine&#8217;s Day Cake for Mom"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_post_title comments=&#8221;off&#8221; featured_image=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.6&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_font_size=&#8221;52px&#8221; meta_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Robyn&#8217;s Intro &#8211; &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><em>Welcome to another installment of &#8220;Payton&#8217;s Pastries&#8221;.\u00a0 She found the shortcut to my heart by making me a beautiful cake for this Valentine&#8217;s Day.\u00a0 I hope you enjoy reading about it as much as she enjoyed making it!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>~Robyn<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Payton&#8217;s Intro &#8211; &#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>For the month of February, I wanted to make a Valentine\u2019s dessert that had the traditional hearts, roses, pinks and reds. While including those festive themes, I also wanted to build those elements off of something white because white is, of course, my mom\u2019s favorite color. And since I love her so much, I made the main color of my cake white and used the other elements of Valentine\u2019s Day to accent the white. I really enjoyed making this dessert, and I felt like it was fairly simple as well.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Valentines-Day-Cake-6-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Valentines Day Cake (6)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;White heart image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro II&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>This heart-shaped Valentine\u2019s Day cake is just a two or three-layered cake with American buttercream and the cake flavor of your choice. I went simple and chose vanilla for my cake, but you could go with a chocolate cake or a red velvet flavor to bring in some more Valentine\u2019s Day feel to your cake.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have a heart-shaped pan, guess what? You don\u2019t need one! I only had a round pan, and I didn\u2019t want to go buy a new cake pan for a cake I might make MAYBE once a year. So I decided to carve out my cake from a regular circle pan. You want to make sure that you have your layers of cake stacked and filled with buttercream or whatever your filling is BEFORE you carve your cake. Otherwise, your cake layers might be uneven, making it difficult to have a smooth finish on the outside. It also makes it harder to fill your cake.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Valentines-Day-Cake-5-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Valentines Day Cake (5)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Cut out Heart Picture&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro III&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>This cake is really a lot simpler than it looks at the end. If you do it right, you should be able to end up with a pretty straight heart-shaped cake with beautiful rosettes on the top of your heart. I am going to put the recipe that I used for my vanilla cake and my favorite buttercream recipe below. I got this recipe and these instructions from Rose Atwater. She wrote an amazing book titled <em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+L9g3kcVdukuj2FfExEKnxQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cake Decorating for Beginners<\/a><\/strong><\/span>.<\/em> I used this book for many techniques such as piping the rosettes and how to smooth down the edges of the cake.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Ingredients&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Vanilla Cake<\/h3>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Cake release spray<\/li>\n<li>1 1\/4 cups whole milk<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup heavy whipping cream<\/li>\n<li>2 1\/2 cups all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 cup cake flour<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temp.<\/li>\n<li>2 3\/4 cups sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 1\/2 teaspoons salt<\/li>\n<li>1 1\/2 tablespoons vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>3 large eggs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Instructions&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>Instructions<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Prepare three 8-inch <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+9gY8N-DaqBc3A52kYaG6Rw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cake pans<\/a><\/strong><\/span> by coating the bottoms and sides with cake release spray.<\/li>\n<li>In a small bowl, mix together the milk and heavy cream. In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose and cake flours and baking powder. Set aside.<\/li>\n<li>(Tip: if you don\u2019t have a sifter or strainer, you can mix and fluff your dry ingredients with a whisk to get the same aerated effect as sifting.)<\/li>\n<li>In a large bowl, cream the butter using an electric mixer (If you have a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment) on medium speed until it\u2019s soft and light, about 2 minutes. Add the sugar and the salt and mix until the mixture is light in color and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl often. Add the vanilla and mix until just combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing for 20 seconds after each egg, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.<\/li>\n<li>Turn the mixer speed to low. Then add one-third of the flour mixture, and mix until just combined. Add half of the milk mixture and mix until just combined. Then add another third of the flour mixture. Repeat with the remaining milk and flour mixture. Be careful not to overmix!<\/li>\n<li>Divide the batter between the prepared pans ( Approximately 3 cups of batter per pan) and spread it out evenly. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until a toothpick or a cake tester inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.<\/li>\n<li>Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then turn out into cooling racks to cool completely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>\u200b<\/h4>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Valentines-Day-Cake-3-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Valentines Day Cake (3)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Mixed Ingredients Img&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Buttercream Ingredients&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>Vanilla American Buttercream<\/h3>\n<h4>Ingredients<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temp.<\/li>\n<li>1 cup vegetable shortening<\/li>\n<li>1 1\/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1 1\/2 teaspoons butter vanilla emulsion (optional)<\/li>\n<li>3 to 4 tablespoons milk or water, divided<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoons salt<\/li>\n<li>2 pounds (approximately 8 cups) powdered sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Buttercream Instructions&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>Instructions<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>In a large bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed (if you have a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment), beat together butter, shortening, and extracts until smooth and creamy.<\/li>\n<li>Add 2 tablespoons of the milk or water, the salt, and half the powdered sugar and mix until just combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.<\/li>\n<li>On low speed, gradually add the remaining powdered sugar. Add more milk or water as needed to achieve the desired consistency. If using within 2 hours, the frosting can be left at room temperature. You\u2019ll just need to keep the frosting covered with a damp cloth to prevent it from crusting. If not using in 2 hours, store the frosting in the refrigerator in an airtight container. When ready to use, bring the frosting to room temperature and rewhip it on low speed to soften before using.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;V-Day Cake 1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>How to Make Valentine\u2019s Day Cake<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>After you have your filled, cut, and chilled cake, put a thin coat of buttercream to catch any crumbs that may fall. Then put your icing over the crumb cake to get a smooth finish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Valentines-Day-Cake-4-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Valentines Day Cake (4)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Img 1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;V-Day Cake 2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>To make the rosettes, you will need tip #17. After you fill your piping bag, squeeze the bag with medium pressure, holding the bag at a 90 degree angle. Start circling around that point until you reach the desired size.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tip<\/strong>: To make your flowers more swirly, rotate the bag as you are making your rosette. This should give you a more flower-like look.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Valentines-Day-Cake-7-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Valentines Day Cake (7)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Img 2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;V-Day Cake 3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Melt the desired colors of candy melts in your microwave, checking and stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Put it in a silicone heart mold (you can find them <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+FRNosz82pndFmDa0I1PF2g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">online<\/a><\/strong><\/span> or in your local craft store in the baking section). Smooth off the top of the mold so the bottom of the hearts are smooth and place in the refrigerator until hard<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Valentines-Day-Cake-9-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Valentines Day Cake (9)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Img 3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/robynsfrenchnest.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Valentines-Day-Cake-10-scaled.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Valentines Day Cake (10)&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Img 3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;V-Day Cake 4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When the hearts have hardened, place them in between your flowers wherever you want. 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