In a poll of 1,000 respondents, Victoria sponge was crowned Britain’s most iconic cake with 77.7% of the vote. The traditional English trifle came in second place with 7.5% of the vote and carrot cake came third with 4.27%.
- Victoria sponge – 77.7%
- Trifle – 7.5%
- Carrot cake – 4.27%
- Lemon drizzle cake – 3.7%
- Cheesecake – 2.75%
- Black forest gateau – 1.9%
- Cupcakes – 0.95%
- Tray bakes – 0.66%
- Banana bread – 0.57%
Named after Queen Victoria herself, this classic British bake is an afternoon tea staple. The classic Victoria sponge cake is a light, two-tiered sandwich cake traditionally filled with whipped cream, jam, and fresh fruit. This buttery bake is usually topped with a light dusting of icing sugar and decorated with fresh fruit.
A four-day bank holiday weekend is taking place from 2-5 June to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Commenting on the survey results Rachel Dunleavy, brand manager of Mason Cash, said: “As a nation of cake lovers, it’s no surprise that we hold a number of British bakes in high regard.
“Our tastes for cake may have changed over the years, but it’s comforting to see a firm royal favourite like the Victoria sponge is regarded as the most iconic British bake. With the Jubilee around the corner, we have no doubt some of these classic cake recipes will be part of the celebrations.”