For some reason, “special occasion” is inextricably linked to the presence of cake. This could be because of the cake’s visually arresting appearance or the fact that it requires some effort to create. You’ll need to know what kind of sweet to prepare, as there are numerous occasions to do so (weddings, birthdays, Wednesdays, etc.). Included here is a comprehensive list of all the many kinds of cakes that belong in every cook’s repertoire.
1. Yellow Cake
Yellow cake, also known as yellow butter cake, is a classic vanilla-flavored cake that is perfect for both formal celebrations and informal gatherings. The egg yolks and butter in the batter give the cake its distinctive yellow hue, in contrast to the whites of other cakes. Since there is no need to separate eggs or worry about a meringue, this cake is perfect for novice bakers and is rich and dense.
2. White Cake
White cake, like yellow cake, is a variation on vanilla, except it uses just egg whites for structure and lift and shortening in place of butter. Since there is less fat in the batter, the results are a lighter hue and a finer, less delicate crumb. It’s the traditional topping for confetti cakes and wedding cakes.
3. Pound Cake
Flour, butter, eggs, and sugar all weighed one pound in classic pound cake recipes. Even if modern recipes vary, the end result is always the same: a rich, buttery cake that may be topped with anything from fresh berries to chocolate icing.
4. Sponge Cake
Sponge cake, a broad category that includes several types of cake like Genoise, angel food, and chiffon, is often created with egg whites, flour, and sugar, and uses air as the leavening agent. The original recipe doesn’t call for any fat, although some variants do. Sponge cake is loved for its adaptability because it can take on the flavour of any filling or topping (like fruit or coffee).
5. Chiffon Cake
Chiffon cake is light and fluffy like angel food cake, but it’s also rich and moist because to the use of egg yolks and oil. The flour, fat, and airy meringue are combined in this dessert, and it takes on whatever flavouring you like, from citrus to chocolate.
6. Angel Food Cake
Since biting into an angel food cake is like biting into a cloud, the name fits perfectly. Light and airy, this cake kind is the result of folding together beaten egg whites and flour (and no butter). To bake it, you’ll need a tube pan with straight sides, but any pan that isn’t nonstick or greased will suffice.
7. Devil’s Food Cake
Here we have the equal of angel food cake. You can use unsweetened baking chocolate or cocoa powder to make a sinfully rich (heh) chocolate cake called “devil’s food.” Typically, boiling water is used as the main liquid instead of milk, and the chocolate flavour is powerful.
8. Red Velvet Cake
Red velvet cake is a light chocolate dessert in contrast to the dense and decadent devil’s food. In most cases, the cocoa powder used for flavouring is reduced to only a few tablespoons, and the rich red colour is achieved with numerous drops of food dye. Cream cheese is the most popular flavour for frosting, and it’s delicious.
9. Shortcake
Some people mistakenly believe that the word shortcake refers to the cake’s little stature, but it actually alludes to the shortening of the baking time (to “short” something in old English meant to crisp it up with the addition of fat). This dish is a great match for fresh fruit and whipped cream because of its mild sweetness, crumbly texture, and buttery flavour.
10. Olive Oil Cake
Olive oil cake, as the name implies, is a type of cake that is prepared with olive oil. Butter is replaced with this, which not only keeps the cake moist and fresh but also imparts a subtle fruity flavour. A good quality oil is essential, as it makes up a large portion of the cake. Fresh fruit and a smear of whipped cream are the traditional accompaniments.
11. Flourless Cake
If you’re wondering how on earth anyone can make a cake without flour, you’re not alone. I mean, why would you even want to? For the most popular variety of flourless chocolate cake, the batter is an airy custard made from eggs. What’s not to love about something that’s naturally gluten-free and has a fantastic fudgy texture?
12. Upside-down Cake
We adore frosting, but sometimes it’s just too much trouble to decorate a cake. The upside-down cake, thankfully, requires little in the way of decoration. To make it, you’ll first line the bottom of a cake pan with a layer of sliced fresh fruit, followed by a layer of butter and sugar, and finally a layer of batter. The attractive topping is exposed upon removal from the oven.
13. Fruitcake
We’re well aware of the image that’s conjuring up in your mind: sad, dry blocks of fruit cake. This festive dish shines when it’s infused with alcohol, laden with buttery, nutty, and fruity dry goods, and sprinkled with candied fruit (hence the name). It can be glazed, iced, or soaked in liquor, depending on the recipe.
14. Icebox Cake
The oven is not required for this dessert because icebox cake is assembled in the fridge. It’s produced by stacking layers of cookies and whipped cream, which then combine and harden in the fridge to produce what look like slices of cake but are actually a deceptive dessert. The fact that it can be customised to your own flavour profile is icing on the cake.
15. Carrot Cake
Carrot cake is delicious, sweet, and well enjoyed, which can make you question the viability of using veggies as a cake ingredient. It’s usually has some spice to it, sometimes has almonds or raisins, and always has a layer of smooth cream cheese frosting on top.
16. Cheesecake
Can I have pie instead of cake? Some would call this decadent treat a cake because of the use of eggs in the leavening process. No matter how you slice it, we all know it’s tasty. Whether baked or unbaked, and in a wide range of regional variations, they all share the presence of fresh cheese (like cream cheese, mascarpone or ricotta).
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