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Cakes have taken on countless forms throughout the world, from traditional frosted cakes to contemporary taste bombs. There are baked, steamed, rustic, rich, layered, simple, and everything in between. There is always a cake to satisfy a need, regardless of the culture or the century. Since the late 1800s, people from all over the world have gathered to celebrate this unique day and share a cake. But why? Well, cake mix was initially mass-produced in the 1920s, opening up cake baking to a wider audience. Then, in 1966, businesses like Betty Crocker and Pillsbury launched boxed cake mixes, greatly streamlining the cake-making process. In the 1990s, cake decorating became widely popular thanks to television baking competitions and shows.
In the following years, as social media sites like Instagram and Pinterest grew in popularity, creative and original cake designs multiplied. Today, millions of people around the world celebrate International Cake Day by baking and enjoying an array of cakes. People of all ages love cakes, from adults seeking a sweet treat after dinner to young children who adore decorating them with colourful frosting. Cakes are an emotion that truly speaks for everyone. If you’re sad, there is cake; if you’re hungry, there is cake, and if you’re lonely as well, there is always cake. And that is reason enough to celebrate International Cake Day 2025 with global cake recipes you can make at home and have with your favourite people!
Butter Tea Cakes
Tea cakes are said to have originated from Britain and used to be yeast-based, spongy, sweet bread made of dry fruits and flour and are eaten after being toasted and buttered. In the US, tea cakes mean cookies or soft cakes, while in India, tea cakes mean butter cakes containing butter, flour and sugar and baking agents as the main ingredients. When made properly with the right amount of ingredients and way of making the batter, these can turn even more tasty and enjoyable than the yesteryear Britannia cakes. A well-beaten smooth flowy batter, including refined flour, eggs, milk powder, sugar, and oil, is all you need to make tea cakes. The best part is that tea cakes can be baked in any type of container or vessel.
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Vanilla Cakes
With just one slice, a cake can elevate your mood, providing a quick pick-me-up on a rough day or a delectable treat to satisfy a sweet craving. It also makes for a great dessert that you can gobble up at any time of the day. And a conversation about cakes is never complete without the classic vanilla cake, a quintessential cake that is surprisingly easy to bake as well. With its pillowy soft crumb and rich and creamy vanilla flavour, it is undoubtedly one of the simplest yet most popular cakes out there. If you are planning to bake one at home, there are multiple recipes that you can follow. There are vegan recipes, eggless recipes and gluten-free ones as well.
Classic Chocolate Cakes
If you're yearning for a sweet treat like a chocolate cake, consider making one in your oven toaster grill. With this method, you can indulge in this dessert every day. This beloved dessert is a heavenly combination of fluffy, moist cake layers that are generously slathered with smooth, creamy chocolate frosting. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a sweet treat, chocolate cake is the perfect choice to satisfy your cravings.
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Basque Cheesecakes
Basque cheesecake is a unique take on the classic dessert that originated in Basque Country, a region between France and Spain. This crustless cheesecake has a burnt exterior that encases a creamy, custardy interior. The texture is somewhere between a traditional cheesecake and a flan, and the flavour is rich and indulgent, with notes of caramel and vanilla. What sets Basque cheesecake apart from its classic counterpart is the use of cream cheese, heavy cream, and sugar, along with a higher baking temperature that causes the exterior to caramelise and develop a beautiful, dark brown crust.
Dora Cakes
Dorayaki is a particular kind of Japanese sweet. It consists of two little castella pancake-like patties encasing a sweet azuki bean paste filling. There was only one layer in the first Dorayaki. In Tokyo's Ueno neighbourhood in 1914, Usagiya created the object in its current form. Because the shapes are similar and because Dora in Japanese means "gong," this is most likely where the name of the confection came from. According to legend, the first Dorayaki was created after a samurai by the name of Benkei left a farmer's house where he was hiding without his gong (Dora), and the farmer then used the gong to fry the pancakes. The cartoon series Doraemon served as the inspiration for dorayaki pancakes and doraya cakes. Your kids will love this recipe at home for International Cake Day 2025.
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Pound Cakes
Particularly in the Southern states, pound cake is a beloved treat that is usually baked in a loaf or bundt pan. However, the name of this dessert is not derived from how heavy the finished dish is. Instead, it's a clue to the ingredient list—a holdover from an era when most recipes were passed down verbally. In Britain, pound cake originated in the early 1700s. Since most people at the time couldn't read or write, the most well-liked recipes were those that could be shared by word of mouth. Another aspect of pound cake's appeal is that it requires basic materials that were within the means of most homes.
