History Of Cake Decorating

Those who love baking will likely find the history of cake decorating to be interesting. For hundreds of years now, people have been making elaborately decorated cakes. From birthdays to weddings, decorated cakes have become a popular tradition.

Originally, cakes were more bread-like than the delicious dessert we know and love today. They were often sweetened with honey and it was typical for them to contain fruits and nuts. The origin of cakes traces all the way back to Ancient Egypt. It is believed that the Babylonians taught the Egyptians the art of baking. 

THE HISTORY OF CAKE

FROM BLAND TO BEAUTIFUL IN THE 17TH CENTURY Charles II returned to Britain after being exiled in France. During his time in France, he grew fond of the cuisine. He brought back French chefs to Britain in order to improve the food there. IMPROVEMENTS IN CAKES IN THE 1800S During the 1840s, baking powder made baking cakes easier than ever before. In addition, temperature-controlled ovens allowed for a better, more even bake. 

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QUEEN VICTORIA’S ELABORATE WEDDING CAKE Queen Victoria had an extravagant cake at her wedding. Her cake had many intricate decorations representing love, including cupids. It weighed an incredible 300 pounds. MODERN CAKE DECORATING During WWI and WWII, little changed in the world of cake decorating. The rationing and the shortage of sugar limited bakers.  Bakers did not regularly make cakes, especially in the United Kingdom.

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For hundreds of years now, cake decorating has been popular for creating beautiful desserts for special occasions. At first, cakes were really only decorated for weddings or for Royal banquets. Now, cakes are also popular for birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, holidays, and pretty much any special event.

History Of Cake Decorating