Baking NAKED!

Just after a few year stint of wedding cakes becoming more and more intricate, blowing up on TV shows such as 'Cake Boss', and taking center stage at weddings such as Kaley Cuoco's (who can forget the Big Bang Theory's star's gravity-defying chandelier cake?), a new trend is taking shape thanks to originator Christina Tosi of Momofuku Milk Bar in New York.

The trend that I'm about to uncover? The Naked Cake! That's right. A cake that is baring all and leaving nothing to the imagination. Layers and layers of fruity and creamy fillings just waiting to be gobbled up are what lie before you on display. The idea behind this new fad may've come from the trending rustic theme becoming more and more popular where weddings take place outdoors, in barns, and are streamlined with burlap. The beauty of the cake lies in the way it is perfectly stacked and the colors and flavors that are used throughout.

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Bakers now face a new challenge as they are not able to hide any mistakes with fondant or keep the cake from going stale with buttercream. The appeal is in the bareness and focus is more on flavor which can also be a great thing for bakers who enjoy their craft and guests who enjoy their food! Talk about natural beauty!

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