why make this recipe

Galentine’s Day Cake is a fun and lovely way to celebrate friendship. This cake is perfect for sharing with close friends. It’s sweet, colorful, and filled with yummy flavors. Making this cake shows you care and want to create special moments together.

how to make Galentine’s Day Cake

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk
3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
Food coloring (preferably pink and red for decoration)
Frosting of your choice (buttercream or cream cheese works well)
Sprinkles (optional)

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one by one, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until combined.
In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until smooth.
If you want to add color, divide the batter into two bowls. Add food coloring to each bowl to create pink and red batter.
Pour the batters into the prepared cake pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, frost the top of one cake and place the other on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake.
Add sprinkles on top for a festive touch.

how to serve Galentine’s Day Cake

Slice the Galentine’s Day Cake into generous pieces and serve on pretty plates. You can place flowers or a small card next to the cake to make it feel extra special. It pairs wonderfully with tea or coffee!

how to store Galentine’s Day Cake

Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for about 3-4 days. You can also freeze individual slices for later enjoyment.

tips to make Galentine’s Day Cake

For an extra moist cake, ensure that you do not overmix the batter.
If you want a richer flavor, consider adding a bit of cocoa powder to one of the batters for a chocolatey twist.
Be creative with the frosting; you can use different colors and designs.

variation

You can change the flavor of the cake by using lemon or almond extract instead of vanilla. You can also add in fruits like raspberries or strawberries for more flavor.

FAQs

Can I use a different size pan?
Yes, you can use a 9×13 inch pan instead. Just adjust the baking time as needed.
What if I don’t have milk?
You can substitute milk with almond milk or even water in a pinch.
Can I make this cake a day in advance?
Yes, you can bake the cake a day ahead, wrap it tightly, and refrigerate until ready to frost and serve.