About Cake Flavors

When it comes to the glorious pleasure’s of life, indulging your taste buds in a sensational piece of exotic cake is pretty high up on the to-do list. Although we can all agree that classic flavors, such as rich cocoa chocolate, moist vanilla-bean and buttery red velvet are class favorites. There are many times when our palates crave for a little something different – something a bit more…exotic.

For those days when you’re feeling adventurous in the bedroom, I mean.. kitchen, here’s a list of exotic cakes that are beyond vanilla. 

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Amy-Paige Cox

Born and raised in her beloved mother city Cape Town,  Amy-Paige Cox is a writer, poet and plant mom. A hopeless romantic at heart, she loves exploring different parts of the world, all the while documenting her ever-changing perspectives with pen and paper. Although tempted by numerous interests, her life-long goal is to be a globe-trotting children’s book author.

In the land of epic desserts, carrot cake is a favored sweet treat that has been enjoyed for decades. Studded with bits of grated carrots and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, this classic cake has become a staple in many bakeries and households around the world. Yet, what if we told you that you can enjoy all the flavors and textures of carrot cake in a unique way? Would you try it? Well, let us introduce you to the deconstructed carrot cake.

It might sound a little shifty at first, but give it a chance. Deconstructed carrot cake takes all the elements of the classic dessert and presents them in a new and exciting way. Now you can enjoy the classic flavors of carrot cake with a millennial twist. Scroll below and find out how to deconstruct a carrot cake, along with how to prepare each element to showcase their individual flavors and textures. 

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Amy-Paige Cox

Born and raised in her beloved mother city Cape Town,  Amy-Paige Cox is a writer, poet and plant mom. A hopeless romantic at heart, she loves exploring different parts of the world, all the while documenting her ever-changing perspectives with pen and paper. Although tempted by numerous interests, her life-long goal is to be a globe-trotting children’s book author.

Have you ever wondered why do we eat cake? One could argue that we eat cake simply because it is downright delicious. However, there is a history as to why we do. But first, what even is cake? Well, according to Merriam-Webster:  

\ ˈkāk  \

plural cakes

Definition of cake (Entry 1 of 2)

1. a breadlike food made from a dough or batter that is usually fried or baked in small flat shapes and is often unleavened
2. sweet baked food made from a dough or thick batter usually containing flour and sugar and often shortening, eggs, and a raising agent (such as baking powder)

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Lizzie Young

Lizzie is a full-time content creator with Gift Baskets Overseas. Before that, she worked at an International Department in a Canadian College for 3 years and moved to Belarus from Canada at 21. Lizzie is an enthusiastic explorer who travelled through Belarus, France, USA, Canada, Poland, Austria, and South Korea.

Are you looking for the perfect cake to send to a friend or loved one? Well, we have an usual solution for you! Have you ever considered sending an ideal Zodiac cake? In this blog post, we will explore the astrological traits of each zodiac sign and suggest a corresponding cake that we think they would love.

Whether you’re an astrology lover or just looking for a fun gift idea, this post will offer something for everyone. Let’s dive in and see which cake matches your recipient’s astrological sign!

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Amy-Paige Cox

Born and raised in her beloved mother city Cape Town,  Amy-Paige Cox is a writer, poet and plant mom. A hopeless romantic at heart, she loves exploring different parts of the world, all the while documenting her ever-changing perspectives with pen and paper. Although tempted by numerous interests, her life-long goal is to be a globe-trotting children’s book author.

From the simple form of sweet honey bread invented in ancient Egypt, to the colossal novelties we see on Cake Boss; cake has come a long way since it’s presumed debut in 3000 B.C. But, while we try to wrap our heads around the fact that you can literally visit a room made entirely out of cake, we’d still like to talk about something adventurous, but a little less intimidating – cake topping tips! 

If you’re bored of the predictable buttercream icing you slap onto every cake you bake, this article is for you! So, take a trip into the adventurous world of cake toppings as we tell you the tales of frosting and list some tasty cake topping ideas.  

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Alex London

Alex is a hopeless romantic who was supposed to be born in Italy (her dream destination), but proud to be South African nonetheless. She lives by her heart, and, consequentially, leaves a little bit of herself in everything she writes. She wholeheartedly believes that mermaids (and fairies) exist and is deadly afraid of the age ’30’.

Just like all art forms, baking evolves and transforms over time. Re-inventions and expansions take place to fit new trends and current fashions. And, the revolution of cakes involves a series of ever-changing shapes, sizes and colors. Just a few years ago, monumental-sized three-tier confections were the be-all and end-all of the cake scene. Today, however, we are seeing a preference for something a bit smaller; something that may require a little bit of restraint. Introducing the Cake Pop – a tiny sweet treat so addictive, you may not have enough to share! How are cake pops made? Let me fill you in. 

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Amy-Paige Cox

Born and raised in her beloved mother city Cape Town,  Amy-Paige Cox is a writer, poet and plant mom. A hopeless romantic at heart, she loves exploring different parts of the world, all the while documenting her ever-changing perspectives with pen and paper. Although tempted by numerous interests, her life-long goal is to be a globe-trotting children’s book author.

Cheesecake! That dreamy, creamy confection that melts in your mouth and coats the belly in decadent goodness. The word alone makes me swoon. (I may not be a Golden Girl yet, but I’m pretty close!) Served New York style, smothered in fruit, or mixed with added flavors, it is as versatile as it is delicious. While delicious on its own, there is virtually no limit to the combination of added goodness that brings this dessert from ideal to next-level perfection. Curious to know more about cheesecake? Read on to learn all about how this divine treat earned its place on dessert tables all around the world.

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Toni T

Toni T. is a writer, mother, amateur makeup artist, and coffee addict — not necessarily in that order! A lover of all things vintage, she’s an encyclopedia of useless 80’s trivia and adores a bold red lip. She is a second-generation Greek American with dreams of traveling abroad to see the land on which her ancestors walked but, for now, she resides in the ‘burbs of New Jersey with her husband and children.

Johnny Carson once said, “There is only one fruitcake in the entire world, and people keep sending it to each other.” Folks love to poke fun at this old-time Christmas classic. You see it in movies and on TV. Heck, there are even hilarious memes floating around the internet about this seemingly indestructible confection, but what actually is real fruitcake? Where did it come from? The history of fruitcakes is long. Believe it or not, the fruitcake has existed in one form or another since Roman times. Read on to learn more about this traditional, sweet dessert and how it’s become such a staple in our holiday traditions.

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Toni T

Toni T. is a writer, mother, amateur makeup artist, and coffee addict — not necessarily in that order! A lover of all things vintage, she’s an encyclopedia of useless 80’s trivia and adores a bold red lip. She is a second-generation Greek American with dreams of traveling abroad to see the land on which her ancestors walked but, for now, she resides in the ‘burbs of New Jersey with her husband and children.