Types
of cakes
Cake is one
of the best way to celebrate our life. From wedding to birthdays and every
event in between, a cake is often the dessert of choice. While most of us are
familiar with classics like yellow, white and chocolate cake, that’s just beginning.
There are dozens of different type of cake around the world. Deciding which one
to bake will depend on the type of celebration, flavor preference, and even the
ingredients you have on hand.
1. Vanilla cakes
This is a
vanilla cake between the yellow cake and the white cake. Vanilla cake is made
with shortening (like white cake ) and whole eggs (like yellow cake ) so, while
it is not yellow like yellow cake. It is also not white like white cake. Vanilla
cake generally has a white color and a moist dense texture.
One common
thing between these three cakes is that they all contain vanilla extract, even
through there is only one vanilla cake that name it as flavor. Vanilla cake are
also great for layering and go well with a variety of frosting.
2. Chocolate cake
Next in line
for the classics is a basic chocolate cake.
Made with butter and eggs, this cake has the same base as yellow
cake. However, chocolate cake is usually
made with milk, cream or buttermilk.
This creates an even denser texture and richer flavor. Chocolate cake
gets its rich flavor and color from the addition of cocoa powder. Unsweetened cocoa powder is mixed with dry
ingredients to create a lovely brown color and deep chocolate flavor.
3. Red velvet cake
The base of
Red Velvet Cake is similar to that of classic chocolate cake. It also contains cocoa powder. However, only. About 8 to 12 tablespoons of cocoa powder is
used in one whole cake. Therefore, you
only get a hint of chocolate flavor. a.
The color of red velvet cake comes from the addition of food coloring.
Although you will find some cooks who use
cooked beets for the natural red color instead of artificial coloring. In
addition to the red color of the cake, red velvet cake is distinguished by its
white frosting and layers. Typically,
this is a rich cream cheese frosting, but any white frosting can be used.
4.
White cake
White cake
is another classic. However, instead of
being made with butter, a white cake uses shortening as its fat. The use of shortening provides a denser
texture than foam cake but is lighter than cakes baked with butter. Additionally, white cake recipes usually
contain only egg whites.
Egg white is another element that is a Helps create a fluffier texture than other
butter or smaller cakes. These changes
in ingredients also help in maintaining the desired pure white color of the
cake. This is why white cakes are a classic
favorite for weddings.
5.
Yellow cake
White cake
is another classic. However, instead of
being made with butter, a white cake uses shortening as its fat. The use of shortening provides a denser
texture than foam cake but is lighter than cakes baked with butter. Additionally, white cake recipes usually contain
only egg whites.
Egg white is another element that is a Helps create a fluffier texture than other
butter or smaller cakes. These changes
in ingredients also help in maintaining the desired pure white color of the
cake. This is why white cakes are a
classic favorite for weddings.Yellow Cake is considered a classic by many.
Especially
when paired with a rich chocolate frosting.
A traditional butter cake, this cake gets its yellow color and moist
texture from the high proportion of butter.
Additionally, yellow cakes call for a combination of both whole eggs and
egg yolks. This again adds to both the
color and texture of the cake.Due to the dense consistency of this cake, it is
perfect for layering. The layers are
strong enough to hold the weight of the previous layers. Plus, they can take on the extra weight of
frosting – from fondant to buttercream.
This makes it a favorite for everything from birthday parties to
weddings.
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