Ingredients
What type of flour is most commonly used for making cakes?
All-purpose flour
What is the name of the cake that uses mashed bananas as a key ingredient?
Banana Bread
Which cake is traditionally made to celebrate a wedding in many cultures?
Fruitcake
What does "creaming" the butter and sugar in cake-making help to achieve?
It incorporates air into the batter, making the cake lighter and fluffier.
What is the key ingredient in a traditional sponge cake that helps it rise without baking powder?
Eggs
Which type of cake is known for its bright green color, often decorated with a cream cheese frosting, and is popular in the southern United States?
Red velvet cake (though its green counterpart is sometimes called green velvet cake)
What is the name of the famous layered Italian dessert made with ladyfingers soaked in coffee and layered with mascarpone cheese?
Tiramisu
What is the process of frosting a cake called when it has a smooth and glossy finish, often using a spatula to spread the icing evenly?
Crumb coating
What is the term used for a cake's outer layer of icing that gives it a smooth finish?
Fondant
What ingredient is typically used to make a cake moist and tender by helping to retain moisture?
Butter or Oil
Which cake is typically made with chocolate and has a "molten" center, often referred to as a "lava" cake?
Molten chocolate cake
What is the name of the cake that is traditionally served in the United Kingdom to celebrate the Queen's birthday?
Victoria sponge cake
What is the purpose of using buttermilk in cake recipes?
It tenderizes the cake and helps activate the baking soda.
In what country did the famous cake, "Black Forest Cake," originate?
Germany