Description
These charming Valentine’s Heart Petit Fours are delicate, bite-sized cakes filled with layers of jam and coated in a smooth, glossy glaze. They’re perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any occasion that calls for a little extra love!
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup raspberry or strawberry jam
- 1 tbsp water (to thin the jam if needed)
For the Glaze:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pink or red gel food coloring
For Decoration:
- White chocolate drizzle (optional)
- Sprinkles or edible glitter
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Alternately mix in dry ingredients and milk until well combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Cut and Fill: Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out hearts. Spread a thin layer of jam on half of the hearts and top with another heart to make mini sandwiches.
- Make the Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, corn syrup, milk, vanilla, and a few drops of food coloring until smooth.
- Glaze the Petit Fours: Place the petit fours on a wire rack over parchment paper. Pour glaze over each one, letting excess drip off. Let set for 30-45 minutes.
- Decorate: Drizzle with white chocolate, add sprinkles, or dust with edible glitter.
- Let them fully set before serving.
Notes
- Use a pound cake or sponge cake for a sturdier texture.
- If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk; if too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 petit fours
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg