They say the way to every man’s heart is through his stomach.

But don’t rule out the magical effect certain foods can have on unrelenting bosses, bitter exes, and angry siblings (who have yet to forgive you for stealing their tricycle).

Like the chocolate-ganache-and-pecan-covered brownie tortes from Betty Bakes Gourmet, the brainchild of Betty Selzer.

Choose from either a single cake or a tin filled with a dozen smaller heart-shaped cakes. Either way, we recommend asking Selzer to add her amazing red-and-white fondant icing.

Once you place your order, sit back and relax. Because it’s a one-woman operation, delivery can take up to ten days.

Of course, the cake’s high-calorie status means that your recipients might end up with a few extra inches to pinch.

But then there’s more of them to love.

Available by phone order (214-232-2080) or e-mail bettybakes@sbcglobal.net.