VALENTINE’S HEART CANDY BOX CAKE
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VALENTINE’S HEART CANDY BOX CAKE
Valentine’s Heart Candy Box Cake! Learn how to make this romantic Valentine’s Day cake that looks just like a heart
Okay, there is just no way around stating that this cake is a kind of a show stopper. People will assume it’s a real box of chocolates (well, it kind of is) but at least they won’t know that the box is actually made out of cake.
By separating the typical layered cake, you get a much more exciting presentation and a chance to dress up both layers. You could even present two different flavors of cake if you are feeling really ambitious, but we went with chocolate which seems fitting for the occasion.
You should get things started a few days ahead to make sure that your bow loops dry in plenty of time, but, often times, it takes the pressure off of making a more elaborate cake by having as much as you can prepped and ready to go ahead of time, including your cake and buttercream. without being overwhelming and a perfect manageable size to serve to one or a few on Valentine’s Day. So give it a try and watch your guests’ jaws drop when you present this life like box of chocolates.
Supplies:
Chocolate Cake Recipe of Choice
White Buttercream
Dark Chocolate Candy Coating Discs
Pink Non Pareils
Large Heart Sprinkles
Vodka or Clear Extract
White Fondant
Red Fondant
Hot Pink Fondant
Antique Gold Luster Dust
Tools:
6″ Heart Shaped Pan
Assorted Candies Chocolate Mold
Paintbrushes
PME Stitching Wheel Tool
Strip Cutter (Optional)
TWO DAYS IN ADVANCE: Bake Cake Layers, Make Buttercream, Create Chocolates, Create Bow Loops
Using your 6″ Heart Shaped Pan, bake two layers of chocolate cake. Once cool, wrap the layers in two layers of plastic wrap and place in the fridge.
Prepare your buttercream ahead as well. Once finished, place plastic wrap directly on the surface and place in the fridge. You will need to bring it back to room temperature before using.
