Heart and Flowers Cake

Dairy Free
Heart and Flowers Cake
133 min.
16
238kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of baking with our Heart and Flowers Cake, a charming dessert that is sure to impress at any gathering! This cake is not only visually stunning but also completely dairy-free, making it a perfect treat for those with dietary restrictions. With a preparation time of just over two hours, you can create a beautiful centerpiece that serves up to 16 people, making it ideal for celebrations, parties, or simply a sweet indulgence at home.

The Heart and Flowers Cake features a moist and fluffy base made from a box of Betty Super Yellow Cake Mix, which you can easily customize with your favorite flavor. The cake is adorned with a rich and creamy frosting that adds a luscious touch to every bite. What truly sets this dessert apart are the vibrant gumdrop flowers and the whimsical candied orange butterfly that adorn the top, bringing a playful and festive spirit to your table.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and fun to make. The combination of colors and textures will not only tantalize your taste buds but also create a feast for the eyes. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let your creativity shine as you craft this enchanting Heart and Flowers Cake that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow your favorite (or flavor)
  • 16 oz vanilla frosting your favorite (or flavor)
  • serving gumdrops assorted
  • slices candied orange peel 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Make, bake and cool cake as directed on box--except use one 8-inch round pan and one 8-inch square pan. Check square pan for doneness about 2 minutes before round pan.
  2. Cut round cake in half.
  3. Place cut sides against sides of square cake to form heart shape, attaching pieces with small amount of frosting.
  4. Spread frosting on cake. Make flowers with assorted gumdrops: Flatten gumdrops with rolling pin.
  5. Cut out small petal-shaped flowers. Pinch flower in center to make it 3-dimensional.
  6. Cut out gumdrop leaves and stems. Arrange gumdrop flowers on cake. Arrange candied orange slices to form butterfly wings and butterfly body. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories238kcal
Protein2.01%
Fat20.75%
Carbs77.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.56
Glycemic Load
8.33
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.9586956578752%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:237.86kcal
11.89%
Fat:5.49g
8.45%
Saturated Fat:1.37g
8.53%
Carbohydrates:45.99g
15.33%
Net Carbohydrates:45.6g
16.58%
Sugar:31.96g
35.52%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:287.49mg
12.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.2g
2.39%
Phosphorus:105.28mg
10.53%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.43%
Calcium:69.04mg
6.9%
Folate:24.24µg
6.06%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.17%
Vitamin E:0.73mg
4.87%
Vitamin K:4.62µg
4.4%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.05%
Iron:0.72mg
3.99%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.09%
Fiber:0.39g
1.56%
Selenium:1µg
1.43%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.33%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.24%
Copper:0.02mg
1.16%