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. ;)
How amazing is this!! Love the design-colors. :)
Posted by: Courtney | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:00 PM
Oh my gosh girl...that cake is crazy beautiful! Go over to my site and enter to win a mounted print please..that is so fantastic!
Posted by: Tracy Grant | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:00 PM
I am just amazed. I'm also laughing, loudly. I showed Ole your awesome cake. This is why I love you. Have a wonderful Fourth of July!
Posted by: Shaina | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:01 PM
Also, it looks like a giant Uncle Sam hat. And I am still mad we missed you today at the farmers market, but thank you so much for trying to come and see me!
Posted by: Shaina | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:02 PM
I love how this looks when it's cut!!! amazing!
Posted by: Lindsey | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:16 PM
Oh gosh! I have such a thing for Americana! I love this! Spectacular! I'm oohing and ahhing over it like someone would over fireworks! Job well done again Amanda!
Angie
Posted by: AngieN24 | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:17 PM
It is wonderful!! Unique and FUN! Great Job!
Posted by: Alison | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:18 PM
Amanda, You're funny:) and your cake is awe-inspiring! Have a happy 4th!
Posted by: Sue | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:22 PM
Your cake may be crazy, but it's absolutely spectacular! I love that the slice gets more stripes than the typical flag cakes. And the ruffles really are to die for. Beautiful! Happy Independence Day! :: Melissa
Posted by: Melissa | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:22 PM
This cake is stunning!! It looks amazing when cut!!
Happy fourth...happy red velvet!
Posted by: Erin | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:25 PM
Beautiful cut piece!
Posted by: Shannon Marie | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:29 PM
This is fabulous!
Posted by: Denise | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:29 PM
Just beautiful!!!!!!
I a love looking at your amazing cakes.
Happy 4th of July
Posted by: Diane (Created by Diane) | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:31 PM
This is.... AMAZING!!
Posted by: Icanteven | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:31 PM
Soooo gorgeous! Very impressive!
Posted by: Kristin | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:53 PM
This is truly a masterpiece!
Have a great holiday!!
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Posted by: Anne | Jul 02, 2011 at 10:54 PM
holy moly! i look at your blog every day..well, every new post...and just had to comment on this! Amazing!!! i wish i had even a spec of you talent...let alone your motivation and energy! just love it! :)
Posted by: Colleen | Jul 02, 2011 at 11:03 PM
Woot Woot!! that is a masterpiece. Great Job--Love it!! Happy 4th.
Posted by: Gosfam | Jul 02, 2011 at 11:03 PM
You are seriously amazing!
Posted by: Deborah | Jul 02, 2011 at 11:09 PM
Amazing! How did you get the slice to look like a flag? The blue isn't a full round? I'm dying to know!!
Posted by: AmyAnne | Jul 02, 2011 at 11:12 PM
and I thought potato salad was a stretch!
Posted by: An Authentic Life | Jul 02, 2011 at 11:29 PM
That is sick! In a good way!!!!! Oh my goodness I love the stars and stripes slice. What a feat?
AmyRuth
Posted by: AmyRuth | Jul 02, 2011 at 11:30 PM
I'm in awe! This cake is absolutely beautiful! Well done!
Posted by: Kim | Jul 02, 2011 at 11:53 PM
speechless
Posted by: Cat | Jul 02, 2011 at 11:53 PM
Holy cow!! This cake is amazing! How long did it take you?!
Posted by: Stephanie | Jul 02, 2011 at 11:54 PM
Way to blow it out of the water!! You are brilliant, and a true artist!!
Posted by: Glory/ Glorious Treats | Jul 03, 2011 at 12:30 AM
i am proud. WOW! Midnight coronary! This is amazing! You took a simple concept and BLEW IT OUT OF THE WATER! Beaming
Posted by: SweetSugarBelle | Jul 03, 2011 at 12:46 AM
Wow! You sure are crazy and exceptionally talented ( and patient) Love it!
Posted by: Kulsum at JourneyKitchen | Jul 03, 2011 at 01:03 AM
OMG-Rad. Simply Rad!! You amaze!
Posted by: naomi | Jul 03, 2011 at 01:39 AM
This is amazing. I love the slice that looks like the flag. Beautiful. And you know what, with a slight modification it could be a Dr Seuss "Cat in the Hat" hat!
Posted by: Lynnet_te | Jul 03, 2011 at 02:04 AM
WoW ;)
Posted by: sonia | Jul 03, 2011 at 02:19 AM
Officially can never have too many layers to a cake! So cute!
Posted by: Rachel | Jul 03, 2011 at 02:59 AM
Absolutely beautiful!!!
Posted by: Lynne @ 365 Days of Baking | Jul 03, 2011 at 03:08 AM
Of course you had to make a surprise on the inside as well as making it 25 layer cake - overachiever ;-) You are one crazy cake genius and I love it!
Posted by: Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen | Jul 03, 2011 at 03:49 AM
Now that is an impressive 4th of July cake!
Posted by: Barbara Bakes | Jul 03, 2011 at 04:33 AM
Why would you decide to do something that is seemingly impossible and has no historical accuracy or reference? Because it's so so so cool! I love it :)
Posted by: bored on the 4th of July | Jul 03, 2011 at 07:11 AM
What a beautiful and unique cake!! I would love to try this next year - my little girl is a 4th of July baby and I'm always looking for patriotic cakes!
Posted by: Nicole | Jul 03, 2011 at 07:24 AM
Aaaaawesome, babe!! Love it~!!
Posted by: ClassiclyAmber | Jul 03, 2011 at 07:25 AM
You always amaze, Amanda. I love how you get the flag when it's cut.
Posted by: Nancy @SensitivePantry | Jul 03, 2011 at 07:35 AM
This is so beautiful! I was impressed from the start, but the final picture of the cross-section of the top half is just genius!
Posted by: Katie | Jul 03, 2011 at 07:35 AM
now "top" THAT cake everyone! ha!
I LOOOOOVE it Amanda!
Happy Independance Day!!
Posted by: TidyMom | Jul 03, 2011 at 07:36 AM
This is probably the most amazing flag cake I've ever seen! You did such a great job!
Posted by: A tablespoon of Liz | Jul 03, 2011 at 08:27 AM
LOL you're totally insane for doing this but it turned out fantastic. Love it!! Great job as always :)
Posted by: Rachel @ Baked by Rachel | Jul 03, 2011 at 08:45 AM
We all now know what an over-the-top top hat looks like! *giggle*
As usual, it's simply stunning! I salute that gorgeous flag... and YOU, for being the all American baker! :)
Posted by: Becca | Jul 03, 2011 at 08:57 AM
LOVE! I think you need to write a book Amanda.
Posted by: Renee - Kudos Kitchen | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:03 AM
This is beyond amazing!!
Posted by: Cait's Plate | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:04 AM
Holy moly, that is the coolest cake I have ever seen.
Posted by: Giryagoddess.wordpress.com | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:06 AM
Amanda! AMANDA!!! Wow, oh, wow!!! Just incredible and fun and lovely...and perfect!
Hope you and your family have a happy 4th! I'm off to stumble and tweet and pin and whatever else I can do to this post....it's (and you are) amazing!
Posted by: bridget {bake at 350} | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:10 AM
Now, this is a WOW cake!!! Very America the beautiful & strong! Thanks for sharing this Amanda, and Happy 4th!
Posted by: Suzette | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:20 AM
That is so cool! Love the colors! Amazing job!
Posted by: Monica | Jul 03, 2011 at 09:32 AM