Princess Cake Flashcards
1
Q
When did the Princess Cake originate?
A
1948
2
Q
Who is credited with the creation of the Princess Cake?
A
Jenny Akerstrom, the teacher of the daughters of King Carl
3
Q
Where did the Princess Cake originate?
A
Sweden
4
Q
What was the Princess Cake originally called?
A
Gron Tarta (Green Cake)
5
Q
Why was the Princess Cake given its name?
A
Because the 3 princesses of Sweden were quite fond of it.
6
Q
What are the traditional components of the Princess Cake?
A
~ Layers of sponge ~ Raspberry Jam ~ Pastry Cream ~ Whipped Cream ~ Marzipan Icing
7
Q
What colour is the Marzipan icing traditionally on a Princess Cake?
A
Pale Green
8
Q
What is a traditional Princess Cake topped with for decoration?
A
A light pink rose.
9
Q
If the icing on a Princess Cake is yellow what does the name change to?
A
Prince Cake
10
Q
If the icing on a Princess Cake is pink or red what does the name change to?
A
Opera Cake
