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Simple heart shaped rose cake with pink petals

Rose Cake

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5 from 17 reviews

Description

This elegant Rose Cake features a delicate floral aroma and a soft, tender crumb that makes any occasion feel special. Topped with a silky rose-infused buttercream and decorated with fresh petals, it is a stunning yet approachable dessert for home bakers.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 teaspoon rose water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon rose water (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
  • Pink gel food coloring
  • Fresh food-safe rose petals

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 8-inch heart-shaped cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the milk, rose water, and vanilla extract; mix until the batter is smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour, all-purpose flour, and baking powder to ensure no lumps.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to keep the cake airy.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While the cakes cool, beat the frosting butter, shortening, and rose water until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and milk until creamy.
  8. Ice the cooled cakes smoothly and decorate by pressing fresh rose petals into the frosting in a floral pattern.

Notes

For the most successful bake, ensure your butter and eggs are truly at room temperature to create a stable emulsion. If you prefer a more subtle flavor, start with half the amount of rose water and adjust to your preference. Always verify that your decorative rose petals are organic and pesticide-free before applying them to the frosting.

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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