I have made a flag cake before. It was ok. But I wanted to kick it up a notch. Make something really wild that no one* had done before.
*There is a reason no one had done it. Its crazy.
I decided to make a cake that was twenty five layers.
Um. Why would one decide to do something that is seemingly impossible and has no historical accuracy or reference?
I don't know.
Banging. Head. Against. Wall. Repeatedly.
I think I had too many cups of coffee the day I decided to make this.
That being said, I decided to continue my blogs 'ruffle' theme and make vertical stripes on the exterior.
Pretty little red, white, and blue ruffles. I think I am addicted.
How does one serve a twenty five layer cake?
By chopping it in half thats how!
Then I cut myself a slice, hummed at little America the Beautiful and had a bite.
Red Velvet Cake with White Cake with buttercream frosting.
Here's to you! I am hoping you are enjoying your long weekend, that you are soaking up the sun, that you are giving yourself a break and relaxing, and that you are with people you love.
Happy 235th Birthday America! You dont look a day over 200. ;)
Love it, as always! You never fail to amaze me!
Posted by: Mrs. Puma | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:53 AM
absolutely amazing Amanda!! you are so creative!
Posted by: Sonya | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:54 AM
you have such cool ideas! and determination!!!!
well done :)
can't wait to see what else you come up with :)
Betty
http://www.bettybake.co.za
Posted by: Betty Bake | Jul 03, 2011 at 10:10 AM
Its beautiful! I was thinking of doing the red & white ruffles on the side of my cake I'm making too.
Posted by: Renee | Jul 03, 2011 at 10:15 AM
Oh my, that is BEAUTIFUL! So festive, and your ambition and hard work really paid off!
Posted by: Joyti | Jul 03, 2011 at 10:41 AM
this is phenomenal! wowie! You would definitely take first place in our neighborhood's annual 4th of July Mixing Bowl bake off!
Posted by: Oh Sugar! | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:03 AM
This should be in a magazine, The Cover!
Posted by: Ragina | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:24 AM
Amazingly cool! Hope you and your family have a wonderful 4th!
Posted by: Aimee | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:34 AM
Bravo...THAT is amazing to top all amazing my dear!!!
Happy 4th to you & yours!! Xoxo
Posted by: Wenderly | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:37 AM
and once again I'm in awe of your creativity! that is amazing, i especially loved the surprise when you cut the top off and had a slice!
Posted by: Karen | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:47 AM
looks gorgeous! I would be too scared to ever attempt that many layers.. very brave! and very beautiful!!
Posted by: Carrie | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:47 AM
Wow! When they say "Only in America" they aren't kidding and they probably visited this blog just before they said it! Awesome feat of cake creation and decorating. All the best for a fabulous 4th to you!
Posted by: Paula | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:48 AM
That is amazing! Very cool!
Posted by: Megan @Sweet B's Sweets | Jul 03, 2011 at 12:05 PM
You didn't, you did. You really DID make the most fabulous layer cake to celebrate layer cakes and July 4th. Ever. Love this & your baking talents are unstoppable. Have a great 4th with your sweet family :)
Posted by: Marla | Jul 03, 2011 at 12:06 PM
this is amazing and I love the blue at the top only taking up a corner when sliced.
Posted by: Ryan @ Ryan's Baking Blog | Jul 03, 2011 at 12:16 PM
Awesome!!! Love your blog. You crack me up everytime. Thank you for being so inspiring and REAL! Big LOVE!
Posted by: Teresa | Jul 03, 2011 at 12:23 PM
Love the way it looks like Uncle Sam's hat and then when you cut into it - it's beautiful!!
Posted by: Deanna | Jul 03, 2011 at 12:29 PM
what tip makes the icing design?
fab job!
Posted by: tammie b | Jul 03, 2011 at 12:32 PM
Perfect and beautiful,creative and memorable. Thank you. Wishing you and your family a Happy 4th. Amanda, have you ever created a new twist for a Princess Castle Cake ? I have been searching, the web and my mind ,for the perfect cake. Just thought I would plant a new seed for your creative genius. Ha. Many thanks in advance, if you are able to solve this challenge.
Posted by: Dottie Lewis | Jul 03, 2011 at 01:36 PM
My girl you are amazing!
Posted by: Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen | Jul 03, 2011 at 02:30 PM
WOW, that is absolutely beautiful.
Posted by: Linda V @ Bubble and Sweet | Jul 03, 2011 at 02:44 PM
Wow what a cake! Gorgeous!
Posted by: Lauren @ Crave. Indulge. Satisfy. | Jul 03, 2011 at 02:52 PM
Bravo, bravo, it's beautiful! (As always.)
Posted by: Weddingish | Jul 03, 2011 at 03:09 PM
Absolutely gorgeous! You truly amaze me!!! I want to try those ruffles....not sure I can pull it off, but you sure inspire me to try!
Posted by: Amy Iversen | Jul 03, 2011 at 03:23 PM
You are awesome... that is all!!!!
Posted by: adoll | Jul 03, 2011 at 03:38 PM
Absolutely fabulous! I don't have a clue how you do all of this but so glad you share it with us. How in the world did you bake all the layers....and then stack them successfully?
Enjoy your holiday!
Pat
Posted by: Pat | Jul 03, 2011 at 04:03 PM
Simply amazing and ever so creative! Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Santresa | Jul 03, 2011 at 04:14 PM
Ah-ma-zing! I wish I had the stuff here to make it myself but alas the cottage is not that well stocked. Thanks for sharing your amazing ideas.
Posted by: Danee Kaplan | Jul 03, 2011 at 04:40 PM
Love the cake!!! Love your sense of humor!! You are such a creative baker!! Happy Fourth!!
Posted by: Jina at Pink Piccadilly Pastries | Jul 03, 2011 at 05:01 PM
That is so awesome and nothing I have ever seen before!!! excellent job, it cam out amazing!!!
Posted by: Mighty Morgan.com | Jul 03, 2011 at 05:17 PM
Absolutely amazing!
Posted by: Christine | Jul 03, 2011 at 05:23 PM
I'm sitting here with my jaw dropped, stunned. Wowza. I can only echo the other commentators' exclaimations of wow, cool, amazing and GOLLY GEE GOSH, that's great!
Posted by: Jane | Jul 03, 2011 at 06:02 PM
A.M.A.Z.I.N.G. CAKE! Beautiful! Crazy beautiful LOL!
Posted by: Janet Johnson | Jul 03, 2011 at 06:21 PM
Wow! Awesome!
Posted by: Rachel | Jul 03, 2011 at 06:28 PM
Fantastical! Dr. Suessical even!
Posted by: Amy from She Wears Many Hats | Jul 03, 2011 at 06:28 PM
Oh my! This is amazing!!
Posted by: Laurel G | Jul 03, 2011 at 06:33 PM
Wowza times 25! I posted a link on edible crafts cuz wowza times 25!
Posted by: meaghan | Jul 03, 2011 at 06:43 PM
You are by far one of the most talented people I know. This is incredibly gorgeous!
Posted by: Jamie | My Baking Addiction | Jul 03, 2011 at 07:04 PM
Amazing!!! I can't believe this... You always do the neatest things!!
Posted by: Kat | Jul 03, 2011 at 07:41 PM
Saw your original flag cake on another site, this one beats it! I think you take the cake for Independence Day Creations!
Posted by: Nikki Berry | Jul 03, 2011 at 08:17 PM
You have a gift! This is awesome. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Theprudentendeavor.wordpress.com | Jul 03, 2011 at 08:57 PM
Wow. Just wow. It's amazing. :) GREAT JOB! :)
Posted by: Nikki | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:19 PM
Wow! Just wow!! :)
Posted by: Skye | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:48 PM
your cakes always make me smile ; D really big!
Posted by: Strawberry CAKE | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:03 PM
Just wanted you to know that I featured this cake on my crafty blog!
Amazing and breathtaking.
:-)
http://missyellowshoes.blogspot.com/2011/07/happy-4th-of-july.html
Posted by: Brittany | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:09 PM
Very creative and festive! I frequent your blog and find you so inspiring/creative. I just had an idea of possibly putting white chocolate chips in the blue for stars? I'm not a baker by any means, but thought I could share even if it wouldn't really work. I always love what you do, thanks for sharing your creativity.
Posted by: Lauren | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:13 PM
Amazing!
Posted by: Carliss Chatman | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:21 PM
HOLY CRAP. <- Literally what I said out loud when I saw the inside of the cake. Holy crap. Just... holy crap.
Posted by: Mandy | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:24 PM
Wow...what I wouldn't do for a bite of that:)
Posted by: TheFromagette | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:35 PM
So awesome!!! Really impressive and beautiful. You should (next time, ha ha) put sparklers on top.
Posted by: Kristina | Jul 03, 2011 at 11:41 PM