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NATIONAL SPONGE CAKE DAY

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On August 23rd, enjoy National Sponge Cake Day with the quintessential classic of the cake world. This airy queen of teas is the guest of honor, but we get the pleasure of tasting! 

One of the trickiest cakes for bakers to master, a perfect sponge stands tall. Another balancing trick for bakers includes maintaining a fine crumb while keeping the cake moist. If you enjoy layering berries and whipped cream, the sponge handles this task beautifully. 

The sponge cake is believed to be one of the first non-yeasted cakes. 

The sponge cake is thought to have originated in the Caribbean. However, the earliest English printed recipe for sponge cake comes from an English poet and author, Gervase Markham. In 1615 he published a sponge cake recipe in the book The English Huswife, Containing the Inward and Outward Virtues Which Ought to Be in a Complete Woman.

I can’t knit or make plum jam, but I can bake a bloody Victoria sponge. ~ Helen Mirren as Chris in Calendar Girls (2003)

In 2003, the sponge cake played a tiny role in the movie Calendar Girls starring Helen Mirren. In the scene, Mirren’s character, Chris, enters a baking competition. However, she forgets she entered, and instead of entering a sponge cake of her own making, she submits a store-bought Victoria sponge cake.

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Get some sponge cake and enjoy it. Or, if you are up to the challenge, try this Glorious Sponge Cake recipe. Serve it with berries or a preserve. Use #SpongeCakeDay to post on social media.

NATIONAL GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE DAY

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National German Chocolate Cake Day is observed by chocolate lovers annually on June 11.

Although the name may sound like the cake originated in Germany, it did not.   The cake’s roots can be traced back to 1852 when American, Sam German, made a type of dark baking chocolate for the American Baker’s Chocolate Company.  Baker’s German’s Sweet Chocolate’s brand was named in honor of Sam German.

Over 100 years later in 1957, a recipe for “German’s Chocolate Cake” appeared as the Recipe of the Day in the Dallas Morning Star.  This recipe, created by Mrs. George Clay, used the Baker’s German’s Sweet Chocolate, and it became quite popular.  During this time, General Foods owned the Baker’s brand and distributed Mrs. Clay’s recipe to other newspapers around the country.  The current name of German Chocolate Cake, as we know it today, came to be as publications started dropping the ‘s.

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Celebrate by enjoying a piece of German Chocolate Cake with friends.  Include photos on social media using #GermanChocolateCakeDay.

The Ultimate German Chocolate Cake Book: Mastering The Art of German Chocolate Cakes (New and Improved Baking styles)#GermanChocolateCakeDay
The Ultimate German Chocolate Cake Book: Mastering The Art of German Chocolate Cakes (New and Improved Baking styles)
Duncan Hines Signature Perfectly Moist German Chocolate Cake Mix#GermanChocolateCakeDay
Duncan Hines Signature Perfectly Moist German Chocolate Cake Mix
Betty Crocker Rich & Creamy Frosting - Coconut Pecan#GermanChocolateCakeDay
Betty Crocker Rich & Creamy Frosting – Coconut Pecan
The Black Cake Company German Chocolate cake#GermanChocolateCakeDay
The Black Cake Company German Chocolate cake

NATIONAL APPLESAUCE CAKE DAY

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National Applesauce Cake Day is observed annually on June 6th.  This food holiday is a day to enjoy a delicious piece (or two) of the moist and tasty applesauce cake.

In any cake recipe, applesauce may be substituted for the butter or oil for a healthier alternative.   It is also said that one-half cup of applesauce may be substituted for one egg in some baking recipes for those who have egg allergies.

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Make one yourself or visit your favorite bakery. Enjoy with friends and with Afternoon tea. Use #ApplesauceCakeDay to post on social media.

Applesauce Cake Recipe and other - cookbook#ApplesauceCakeDay
Applesauce Cake Recipe and other – cookbook
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Mott's Applesauce, 48 Oz Jar (Pack Of 8), No Artificial Flavors, Good Source Of Vitamin C, Nutritious Option For The Whole Family#ApplesauceCakeDay
Mott’s Applesauce, 48 Oz Jar (Pack Of 8), No Artificial Flavors, Good Source Of Vitamin C, Nutritious Option For The Whole Family
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GoGo squeeZ Fruit on the Go, Apple Apple, 3.2 oz (Pack of 20), Unsweetened Fruit Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut Free and Dairy Free, Recloseable Cap, BPA Free Pouches

NATIONAL HAZELNUT CAKE DAY

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June 1st is a day to spend some time in the kitchen baking up a delicious hazelnut cake as you take part in National Hazelnut Cake Day.

We call hazelnuts by a variety of names, including filberts, Pontic, and cobnuts. In North America, they are native to the Midwest, North and South Eastern United States and Canada.

These sweet and buttery nuts complement a variety of recipes. That’s why they go so well in a cake all their own. They also combine well with chocolate making a delicious spread. Many hazelnut cake recipes include a hazelnut spread as a topping or in between layers. Hazelnut also enhances the flavor of coffee, bread, muffins, and puddings. And don’t forget ice cream. Hazelnuts make delicious ice cream that when combined with cake can turn out an amazing ice cream cake.

Let your creativity flow during this baking holiday and bake something flavorful to share!

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Bake up your favorite hazelnut cake and savor the delicious reward. Serve it with iced coffee on a sunny patio or balcony. You can also make hazelnut cupcakes and deliver them to someone as a surprise. Share your favorite hazelnut cake recipes using #HazelnutCakeDay to post on social media.

NATIONAL PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN CAKE DAY

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National Pineapple Upside Down Cake Day on April 20th celebrates a sweet cake that contains pineapples and cherries. Americans have been enjoying this springtime cake since the early 1900s when many cakes were made in cast iron skillets.

To make a Pineapple Upside Down Cake, line the bottom of a cake pan with pineapple rings. Then place a cherry in the center of each ring followed by a butter and sugar mixture. Finally, cake batter is poured over the pineapples and baked. When the cake is done, it is turned upside down onto a platter before serving, revealing a delightful and delicious masterpiece. For an extra treat, serve the cake with a dollop of whipped cream. 

The bright quality and simplicity of this cake announces spring with its flavor. And it can even be made in ramekins to serve individually. Pineapple upside down cakes also make a terrific presentation for teas and brunches. 

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HOW TO OBSERVE #PineappleUpsideDownCakeDay

Bake up a pineapple upside down cake. Whether you use fresh or canned pineapple, it will bring a brightness to your table. Serve this tropical cake warm for the best impact and your whole family.

Use #PineappleUpsideDownCakeDay and share your pictures of your cake on Social Media.