How to make a heart-shaped cake from a box mix for Valentine's Day. Perfect for beginner bakers. No special cake pan required!
Follow the directions on the box to prepare a round cake and a square cake.
Cut the round cake in half. Then, place the square cake with one point toward you, like a diamond.
Place the cut side of the round cake halves against the top sides of the square cake to make the arches of the heart.
Start with a crumb coating. Then, continue frosting the cake all over, including the sides.
This is a thin layer of frosting applied to the cake to prevent any crumbs from showing through on the final product.
1. Add a heaping dollop of frosting to the center of the cake. Gently spread. 2. Fridge for about 20 minutes to “set” the crumb coat. 3. Continue the process.
Add sprinkles and other edible decorations as desired. Get the kids in the kitchen to involve them in the process, too.
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