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The Classic Cakes Former US Presidents Loved To Eat
Almost everyone has a favorite type of cake. Even people who don't have a sweet tooth tend to have at least one kind of cake that they enjoy on their birthday or as a holiday treat. But U.S. presidents have an advantage over the rest of us: a dedicated pastry chef on site to whip up their favorite cakes any time a craving strikes. So, what classic cakes did former U.S. presidents love? We looked through information from presidential libraries, the White House Association, and former White House pastry chefs themselves to compile a list.
Some of these cakes were presidents' favorites long before their White House tenure, and a few became favorites during their time in office. Many of these classic cakes were beloved recipe