Cake is no longer limited to the usual chocolate or vanilla choice. From layered cream cakes and rich chocolate truffle to Red Velvet, Black Forest, fruit-based creations and fusion flavours, each type brings a different balance of sponge, filling, frosting and sweetness. The interesting part is that two cakes can look equally impressive while tasting completely different. If you're choosing a cake online, understanding these differences can help you avoid picking purely from a photograph.
Explore popular types of cake and their flavour profiles through the cake guide from Fantasy Bakery, then shortlist the style that actually matches your taste and occasion.