A Piece of Cake: the History of Cake

Cakes have existed almost as long as baking has. They’re the essential baked good, and they’re so sweet and satisfying it’s no wonder why cake has been the quintessential dessert for people as far back as Ancient Egypt! But they haven’t always looked the same. When cakes began, they were synonymous with bread. Over time they changed. New ingredients were added, and as cake was passed around between cultures, it started to take on a life of its own!

So how did they turn from a filling food from antiquity to the sugary masterpieces that they are today? Keep reading A Piece of Cake: the History of Cake, and we’ll take you on a journey from cake’s humble origins, through the many innovations it’s undergone, all the way to the present.

For those of you who have a sweet tooth that just can’t be satisfied, we’ve also compiled 15 amazing cake recipes. Whether you like to make your cakes from scratch, modify a cake mix, or bake some bite-sized cupcakes, there’s a delectable dessert recipe here for everyone. Give these recipes a try, and everyone will absolutely love them. There's a cake here for just about every occasion!