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Top 13 Types of Cakes... Which CAKE will YOU BAKE next?

Updated: Dec 12, 2023


What are the top 13 different styles of cake, main ingredients, flavor profile and INTERNAL temperature DONENESS ?

Angel Food Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 205°F (96°C)

Main Ingredients: Egg whites, sugar, cream of tartar

Taste: Light and fluffy with a subtle vanilla flavor

Time: 1 hour 30 minutes


Pound Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 195°F (90°C)

Main Ingredients: Butter, sugar, flour, eggs

Taste: Rich and buttery with a dense texture

Time: 1 hour 30 minutes


Sponge Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 190°F (88°C)

Main Ingredients: Flour, sugar, eggs

Taste: Light and airy with a subtle vanilla flavor

Time: 1 hour


Red Velvet Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 195°F (90°C)

Main Ingredients: Flour, sugar, cocoa powder, buttermilk, vinegar, red food coloring

Taste: Moist with a subtle chocolate flavor and a hint of tanginess

Time: 2 hours


Carrot Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 205°F (96°C)

Main Ingredients: Flour, sugar, eggs, oil, grated carrots, spices

Taste: Moist with a sweet and spiced flavor

Time: 2 hours


Chocolate Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 195°F (90°C)

Main Ingredients: Flour, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, butter, milk

Taste: Rich and chocolatey with a moist texture

Time: 2 hours


Cheesecake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 150°F (65°C)

Main Ingredients: Cream cheese, sugar, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract

Taste: Creamy and rich with a sweet and tangy flavor

Time: 3 hours


Tiramisu Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: N/A

Main Ingredients: Ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, eggs, sugar, espresso

Taste: Creamy and rich with a coffee-flavored twist

Time: 30 minutes (plus chilling time)


Black Forest Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 195°F (90°C)

Main Ingredients: Flour, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, cherries, whipped cream

Taste: Moist with a chocolate and cherry flavor

Time: 2 hours


Hummingbird Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 205°F (96°C)

Main Ingredients: Flour, sugar, bananas, pineapple, pecans, spices

Taste: Moist with a fruity and nutty flavor

Time: 2 hours


Lemon Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 205°F (96°C)

Main Ingredients: Flour, sugar, butter, eggs, lemon juice, zest

Taste: Moist with a tangy and citrusy flavor

Time: 2 hours


Funfetti Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 195°F (90°C)

Main Ingredients: Flour, sugar, eggs, butter, milk, sprinkles

Taste: Light and fluffy with a vanilla flavor and sprinkles

Time: 1 hour


German Chocolate Cake

Internal Temperature Doneness: 195°F (90°C)

Main Ingredients: Flour, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, buttermilk, coconut, pecans

Taste: Rich and chocolatey with a coconut and pecan flavor

Time: 2 hours


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  • Ensuring your oven's temperature is accurate is essential for successful baking and cooking.

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