Posted on 10/10/2025 7:56:16 AM PDT by Red Badger
NATIONAL ANGEL FOOD CAKE DAY
Get ready for a heavenly celebration! On October 10, we honor the lightest, airiest, and most ethereal dessert on the planet. It's National Angel Food Cake Day, a time to enjoy the wonderfully fluffy treat that's quite literally the "food of the angels."
#AngelFoodCakeDay
First popularized in the late 19th century, this American original got its name for a reason—one bite and you'll understand. It's pure, simple, and absolutely divine. Angel food cake is more than just a plain cake. It's a simple slice is heavenly on its own. A perfect canvas for a world of toppings and desserts. Its airy layers act like a sponge, soaking up delicious flavors. It's no wonder there are a few different ways to enjoy Angel food cake!
The classic style is commonly topped with a simple glaze, a drizzle of sweet fruit sauce (like strawberry or raspberry), and a dollop of fresh whipped cream.
Stunning trifles allow for layers of cubed angel food cake to be created with pudding, fruit, and whipped cream, creating an elegant and effortless dessert. It absorbs flavors like chocolate, caramel, and even liqueurs beautifully.
Elegant angel food cake parfaits can be created as individual desserts by layering angel food cake with yogurt or mousse and fresh berries in a tall glass.
For a surprising twist, lightly grill slices of the cake until they have golden-brown marks. Serve with grilled peaches and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
SLICED NATIONAL ANGEL FOOD CAKE CELEBRATIONS
If you're ready to join the fun and get in the spirit of this light-hearted food holiday. Here are a few tips to get you started:
Bake One from Scratch: Take on the fun challenge of making your own angel food cake. It's a rewarding baking project!
Host an "Angel Party": Invite friends over and set up a topping bar with fresh fruits, sauces, whipped cream, and sprinkles.
Try a New Recipe: Find a recipe for a flavored version, like lemon or chocolate angel food cake.
Share the Joy: Post your heavenly creations on social media with the hashtag #AngelFoodCakeDay.
NATIONAL ANGEL FOOD CAKE DAY HISTORY
National Day Calendar® continues researching the origin of this delicious food holiday.
Angel Food FAQ
Q. Is there a National Devil's Food Cake Day?
A. Yes! National Devil's Food Cake Day is on May 19th. Another related celebration is National Devil Dog Day.
Q. Which has more calories, angel food cake or devil's food cake?
A. Ounce for ounce, the devil's food cake contains more calories than the angel food cake. Without frosting, Without frosting, a 1.5-ounce slice of devil's food cake has 160 calories versus the angel food cake at 110 calories. Add equal amounts of frosting, and the devil's food cake will still contain more calories.
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Notable Birthdays for October 10 Benjamin West (1738-1820) - Anglo-American painter of the Death of General Wolfe.
Earle Dickson (1892-1961) - Inventor of the Band-Aid.
Helen Hayes (1900-1993) - The first female actress to receive EGOT awards (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony).
Johnny Green (1908 -1989) - Winner of 5 Academy Awards for film score, including Body and Soul and An American in Paris.
Milt Larkin (1910-1996) - Trumpeter and bandleader best known for Down Home Saturday Night.
James Clavell (1921-1994) - Novelist and author who wrote Shogun and King Rat.
Oscar Brown (1926-2005) - Singer and songwriter who discovered the Jackson 5.
John Prine (1946-2020) - Country folk singer-songwriter who is known as one of the best songwriters of his generation.
Nora Roberts (1950-Still Living) - Best-selling novelist who has written over 250 novels.
Gus Williams (1953-Still Living) - NBA guard known as who earned the name "The Wizard" because of his magical moves on the court.
David Lee Roth (1954-Still Living) - Rock singer well known for the song Just a Gigolo/I Ain't Got Nobody.
Tanya Tucker (1958-Still Living) - Iconic country music singer-songwriter.
Chris Penn (1965-2006) - Actor who played Willard in Footloose.
Zahn McClarnon (1966-Still Living) - Native American actor known for his roles in Longmire, Dark Winds, and Reservation Dogs.
Brett Favre (1969-Still Living) - Retired American NFL quarterback.
Mario Lopez (1973-Still Living) - Actor most recognized for his role as A.C. Slater on Saved by the Bell.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. (1974 -Still Living) - Famous auto racer, team owner and race car broadcaster.
Michael Oliver (1981-Still Living) - Child actor known for his role as Junior in Problem Child.
Memorable Events for October 10
1854 - The U.S. Assay Office opens in New York City, New York.
1865 - John Wesley Hyatt patents the Billiard Ball.
1802 - Federal government opens the first non-Indian settlement in Oklahoma, allowing whites to claim land in the state.
1889 - Barnard College (New York City) opens to allow women to seek a higher in education.
1899 - Inventor Isaac R. Johnson patents the bicycle frame.
1921 - The NFL team the Decatur Staleys (now Chicago Bears) start their first season in the NFL.
1933 - The detergent Dreft goes on sale in stores.
1961 - MLB expands the draft to fill two new teams, the Houston Astros and NY Mets.
1961 - Otis M Smith is appointed to Michigan Supreme Court, becoming the first Black judge in the state's history.
1961 - The Bob Newhart Show premieres on NBC.
1965 - Yale University introduces The Vinland Map documenting early Viking exploration as the first known map of America (created in or around 1440).
1973 - After pleading no contest to tax fraud, US Vice President Spiro Agnew resigns.
1996 - The Holocaust Museum opens in New York City.
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Angel Food Cake Day!!!!!!!!...................
"Devils Food ?"
BRAVE AI:
AI Overview
Devil’s Food Cake
Devil’s food cake got its name because its rich, dark, and decadent qualities stood in direct contrast to the popular, light angel food cake, leading to the “devil’s” moniker as its polar opposite. Additionally, “deviled” was a culinary term used to describe rich and flavorful foods, such as deviled ham and eggs, which also inspired the name.
Opposite of Angel Food Cake
Contrast: The most popular theory is that the name was coined to directly contrast with the already existing angel food cake, highlighting its rich, dark, and dense chocolate flavor as the opposite of angel food’s light and airy texture.
Sinful Nature: The “devilish” name also alludes to the cake’s indulgent and sinful deliciousness.
Culinary Term “Deviled”
Flavorful Foods: In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when devil’s food cake emerged, “deviled” was a culinary term for foods that were rich, flavorful, or sometimes spicy. Examples include deviled ham and deviled eggs.
Richness: The chocolate flavor of devil’s food cake fit this descriptive culinary tradition, leading to the application of the term.
Historical Context
Emergence: Devil’s food cake appeared in the early 1900s, a time when baking chocolate and cocoa powder became more accessible.
Early Mentions: Recipes for the cake and its current name began appearing in cookbooks from this period, such as Sarah Tyson Rorer’s Mrs. Rorer’s New Cook Book in 1902.
BRAVE AI:
In culinary terms, “deviled” means food that is highly seasoned, spicy, or zesty, typically prepared with hot condiments like mustard, cayenne pepper, or other piquant ingredients.
The term originated in the 18th century, with the first known print reference appearing in 1786, and by the early 19th century, it was used to describe dishes cooked with fiery hot spices.
The word is derived from the historical association of the devil with fire and heat, symbolizing the intense flavor of such dishes.
Common examples include deviled eggs, deviled ham, and deviled crab, where the yolk or filling is mixed with spices and often topped with paprika.
The term has also been used more broadly for other spicy preparations, such as deviled chicken spread or “devil seasoning”.
Bkmk
Tried to bake an Angel Food Cake when I was twelve or so with my brother and neighbor but without adult supervision. Our problem was that we did not have an Angel Food Cake Baking Pan, one with that column in the middle.
So, we used a regular cake pan and just put an empty glass Coke bottle in the middle—did I mention we were twelve?
Predictably, though not to us obviously: in the oven, the Coke bottle exploded.............................
Should have used a 7-Up bottle. It’s the Un-Cola................
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