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The Kitchn: Battenberg cake is a piece of British history

Kristina Vanni, TheKitchn.com on

The Battenberg cake is a classic British dessert that originated in the United Kingdom in 1884. It was created in honor of the marriage of Princess Victoria to Prince Louis of Battenberg. Throughout history this cake has also been called church window cake, checkerboard cake, domino cake, Neapolitan Roll.

Battenberg Cake

Serves 8

2 sticks (8 ounce) unsalted butter

Cooking spray

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

 

1/4 cup blanched almond meal

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1 cup granulated sugar

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