Valentine's Day Special | Eggless Red Velvet Cake in Microwave | Quick Dessert | Kunal Kapur Recipe

Chef Kunal Kapur Desserts & Sweets 40 Mins 4 Servings 159.2K views Feb 13, 2022

Join Chef Kunal Kapur in this authentic culinary masterclass as he shares step-by-step techniques, precise spice measurements, and chef secrets for making this delicious dish at home.

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

For Batter

All purpose flour (maida) - 90gm
Baking Powder - ⅔ tsp
Baking soda - ⅔ tsp
Coco Powder - 1 tsp
Butter (preferably unsalted) - 90gm
Powder Sugar - 90gmBanana(medium) - 1no
Yoghurt - 75gm

For Icing

Cream cheese - 200gm
Butter (preferably unsalted) - 100gm
Sugar (Powdered) - 150gm

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

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For Cake Batter
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Begin by creaming together butter and sugar. Add in sliced bananas and cream the banana along with the butter and sugar. Add in the yoghurt and mix together, finally add the colour and mix till it is evenly incorporated.
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Now add in the dry ingredients and with a spatula fold them into the batter. Cut a butter paper to line the glass container. Add the batter to the lined container and even put the the surface. Bake in the microwave for 4 min.
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NOTE - Use the setting Moderate heat in your microwave oven or simply use the reheat button to cook the cake for 4mins approx. this time may vary from oven to oven so keep an eye on the cake. In case you want to bake this recipe in an oven or OTG then simply place the baking dish in a preheated oven and cook the cake at 165c for 30-40mins approx.
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For Icing
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Whip together the cream and butter until soft and light. Add in the powdered sugar and whisk till incorporated. Store in a cold place till ready to serve.
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For Assembling
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Remove the cake and place it outside for 2 mins, then hold the butter paper and pick up the cake to place it on a cooling rack. Cool down the cake completely and then trim its edges a bit to make it even. Keep it aside.
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For Red Velvet Recipe - https://www.chefkunalkapur.com/recipe/instant-red-velvet-cake/

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

For traditional Indian sweets and halwas, always roast nuts and aromatics in pure desi ghee over a gentle flame. If reducing milk for kheer or rabri, use a heavy-bottomed kadhai and scrape the sides regularly to develop rich, caramelized creaminess.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover Valentine's Day Special?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.