Print

Valentine Petit Fours: Delight Your Sweetheart Today!

valentine petit fours
Print Recipe

Valentine Petit Fours are delightful bite-sized cakes that are perfect for celebrating love on Valentine’s Day. These elegant treats are beautifully decorated and can be customized with various flavors and colors.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fondant
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • Decorative sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a small baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and salt, then gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool completely before cutting it into small squares.
  8. Roll out the fondant and cut it into shapes to cover the petit fours.
  9. Decorate with food coloring and sprinkles as desired.

Notes

  • For a chocolate version, substitute some of the flour with cocoa powder.
  • These can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.
  • Feel free to experiment with different flavors of fondant or fillings.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://millerecipes.com/valentine-petit-fours-recipe/