Looking for a delightful dessert for Valentine’s Day? Gwyneth Paltrow has you covered with a simple yet scrumptious cake that’s ideal for romantic evenings.
Hollywood star Gwyneth Paltrow has long been celebrated for her multifaceted talents: from impeccable styling and home decor to offering life tips sans a “life coach” certification, and of course, creating delicious meals! In short, she’s a true powerhouse.
Occasionally, we find ourselves browsing her lifestyle website, Goop, which has inspired many of her peers to follow in her footsteps and launch their own sites.
Recently, Gwyneth shared a recipe on her website that’s perfect for those unsure of what to prepare for their loved ones on Valentine’s Day—a decadent chocolate cake!
“This cake is ideal for romantic dinners because it includes ingredients known to be mild yet effective aphrodisiacs that will engage all your senses. If you catch my drift. You know, ladies, the sex drive,” she humorously noted.
The star ingredient of this cake is Fo-ti, or He Shou Wu, a Chinese herb believed to hold the secret to longevity and said to rejuvenate the body while restoring energy and vitality.
Ingredients Needed:
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil
- 30 grams butter
- 4 tablespoons Fo-ti (or 2 tablespoons crushed cardamom if you can’t find the herb at your local health food store)
- 1 tablespoon honey or stevia
- 200 grams cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons cocoa nibs
- Vanilla sugar
Preparation:
The recipe is straightforward: In a small bowl, combine the coconut oil, butter, and the Fo-ti herb. Heat the mixture over a low flame until everything melts together smoothly. Next, stir in the cocoa powder and add sugar and honey to taste. Mix until it becomes cohesive and then pour the batter into molds resembling deep cups. Refrigerate the molds for 20 minutes until the cake sets. Serve with chocolate sprinkles and dust with vanilla sugar as desired.
This delectable cake is sure to impress your Valentine and create a romantic atmosphere for your evening together!
