Red Velvet Heart Cake

Red Velvet Heart Cake

frosted with cream cheese frosting

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 25m
Total Time: 35m
Temp.: 350 °F
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (12 Reviews)
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Ingredients

Adjust servings:

For red velvet cake:

For cream cheese frosting:

Nutritional Information

888
сalories
24,8g
fat
168,5g
carbohydrates
5,9g
protein
56mg
cholesterol
368mg
sodium
Red Velvet Heart Cake

Recipe Description

This wowzer cake uses my favorite red velvet cake recipe and turns it into a Red Velvet Heart Cake. It’s the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift made with love. The deep red color and vanilla-flavored cream cheese frosting make this heart cake a perfect choice for your Valentine’s Day dessert table. 

Since this cake is only one layer, it’s easy to whip up with only one bowl and a hand-held mixer. The vegetable oil makes this red velvet cake extra moist and tender. For this recipe, I use red gel food coloring but feel free to use beetroot powder or any natural food coloring if that is what you prefer. As for the cream cheese frosting, you have two options: Pipe it on top or spread the frosting over the cake. If you plan to pipe, I recommend sifting the powdered sugar. And cut a cup of powdered sugar out if you plan to spread it over the cake.

To make the Red Velvet Heart Cake, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Red Velvet Heart Cake

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Preheat oven

    5 min

    Preheat the oven to 350 °F.

  2. 2

    Combine dry ingredients

    2 min
    Step 2 - Red Velvet Heart Cake

    In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, ¾ teaspoon baking soda, 1 cup sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt.

  3. 3

    Add wet ingredients

    2 min
    Step 3 - Red Velvet Heart Cake

    Add 1 large egg, ½ cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and ⅔ cup milk. Use a hand-held mixer on medium speed to mix until all the ingredients are combined, about 1-2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add food coloring

    1 min
    Step 4 - Red Velvet Heart CakeStep 4 - Red Velvet Heart Cake

    Add 1 tablespoon red gel food coloring and mix until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

  5. 5

    Bake

    25 min
    Step 5 - Red Velvet Heart Cake

    Pour the batter into the pre-greased and floured 9-inch pan and bake for 25 to 28 minutes or until the center is set and a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

  6. 6

    Let cool

    Step 6 - Red Velvet Heart Cake

    Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack. Leave the cake to cool completely.

  7. 7

    Make frosting

    5 min
    Step 7 - Red Velvet Heart Cake

    In a bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add 5 cups powdered sugar and mix first on low speed until mostly combined. Then increase to high and beat until completely combined. Scrape the sides of the bowl as needed.

  8. 8

    Frost

    Step 8 - Red Velvet Heart Cake

    Once the cake is completely cool, pipe the frosting on top and garnish with sprinkles if desired.

  9. 9

    Serve

    Step 9 - Red Velvet Heart Cake

    Serve in wedges and enjoy!

Delight your family with this delicious Red Velvet Heart Cake! This easy recipe yields a moist and tender cake all topped with sweet and tangy cream cheese frosting. Give this recipe a go, and come back to leave a comment below.

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (12 reviews)
Laura Harris
March 1, 2025
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This cake was a hit! So simple and delish!

William
May 23, 2024
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I made this Red Velvet Heart Cake for my wife on Valentine’s Day. It was so simple to put together, just one bowl and a mixer. She loved the taste and the beautiful color. It made our celebration even more special. Thank you for this wonderful recipe

Amy
March 30, 2024
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Wow, this Red Velvet Heart Cake is the bomb! I made it for my hubby on Valentine’s Day and he loved it. Super easy to make, thank goodness for the one-bowl thing! The cream cheese frosting was delicious. This recipe is def a keeper!

Xandra
December 10, 2023
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I made this Red Velvet Heart Cake for my best friend’s birthday, and she loved it. Super easy and so delish, I was proud!

Laura Smith
September 28, 2023
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Deliciously Perfect Cake!

Quinn Johnson
May 14, 2023
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Superb

Ethan
March 29, 2023
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This Red Velvet Heart Cake was a hit at our anniversary dinner! Its simple one-bowl prep made it easy. My wife loved the rich flavor—perfect way to show love with a sweet treat.

Sophia Garcia
September 4, 2022
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Delish! Made it for my hubby, he loved the rich flavor and the heart shape! Perfect for our date night!

Fiona
August 17, 2022
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OMG, this Red Velvet Heart Cake is so delish! I made it for my hubby, and he loved it! ❤️

Brittany Smith
May 18, 2022
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Made this cake for Valentine’s Day and it was so easy and delicious. Loved it!

Yazmin
April 15, 2022
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OMG! This cake is sooo delish! I made it for my hubby on V-Day, and he was blown away! Super easy to make and such a hit with the kiddos too. Will def make again!

Athina
January 27, 2022
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Perfect for Valentine. Thanks!

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