To prepare the birthday cake, start with the sponge cake: in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with whisks, add the sugar, egg yolks (1), whole eggs (2), and a pinch of salt (3). Turn on the whisks and ...

Imagine the most visually striking cake you’ve ever seen. It could be from a wedding, a 50th birthday party, or a cousin’s baby shower. What likely caught your eye is the attention to detail, proving ...