Cakes: Choose your type

April 11th, 2016

Cakes make the ideal gift for any occasion. The best part about cakes is that when it comes to variety, there are no limits. Starting from the elegant sponge cake to the spirited fruit cake, there is a long list of cakes that one can bake, make or get from cake delivery services.

Every occasion has a special kind of cake assigned to it. A fruit cake does not go well at a wedding, whereas a sponge cake is not something that will make a good desert after a hearty Christmas dinner. It is always best to select your cake type depending upon the occasion and the menu that you are planning. Here’s a list of cakes and a little insight into their specificities, so that you can select which one goes best with the occasion you are planning to celebrate-

 

The Classic Ones

There are a few cakes which are an all time favourite. These classic cakes have an air of sophistication when it comes to its baking and presentation. Classic cakes always add an elegant touch to the table and are generally best had with a nice cup of tea. The chocolate cream roll, sponge fingers, Victoria sponge cake, simple sponge cakes- all fall under the category of classic cakes. Mostly classic cakes work well with a lot of cream and sometimes glazed fruits like strawberries. The Recess Sponge cake, which comes with a rich cream filling and glazed strawberries mark the perfect end to a delicious dinner. The Coffee and Walnut cake is also one of the most celebrated classic cakes. And of course if you want to keep it simple and classic, then your safest bet is the Swiss Roll.

The Ones for the Seasons

May it be Christmas, or Easter or Valentine’s Day, there is a different cake for every occasion. The fruit cake is best suited as a Christmas cake. The White Christmas cake too is a popular one. No Christmas dinner can ever be complete without a Yule Log. Coated with layers of chocolate, the Yule log is a particular favourite of the children. The Valentine cake which comes with fondant roses and white heart frosting is an ideal choice for a loved one. Or if you know that your partner loves chocolates, then go for the chocolate chip cake and get it delivered through the online cake delivery system. The Easter egg cake, as the name suggests goes well with the occasion. And whatever season it might be, if you really want to keep it simple go for the Madeira cakes!

The Ones for Indulgence

A little ostracized in the cake family, but nevertheless a great hit among all age groups are pastries and gateaux. These are creamy delights which have carved a special place for themselves in the hearts of many young and old. The chocolate rum cake is something that one should definitely try out. If you want to add a nice creamy touch at the end of dinner, then a black forest gateaux is the best bet.

So now armed with information about various types of cake, you can decide which one to go for in which occasion!