1. Chocolate Cake (UK/USA) – Originated in the 19th century; rich cocoa flavor made it a universal favorite.

2. Red Velvet Cake (USA) – Southern classic from the early 1900s, known for its red color and cream cheese frosting.

3. Carrot Cake (Switzerland/UK) – Medieval European roots; carrots used as sweeteners before sugar was common.

4. Banana Cake (USA) – Created in the 1930s during the Great Depression to use overripe bananas.

5. Black Forest Cake (Germany) – From the Black Forest region, 1910s–1930s; layers of chocolate, cherries, and cream.

6. Pineapple Upside-Down Cake (USA) – Early 20th century invention after canned pineapple became popular.

7. Ice Cream Cake (USA) – Originated in the 19th century; layers of cake and ice cream frozen together.

8. Lemon Drizzle Cake (UK) – 1960s British sponge soaked with lemon syrup for tangy sweetness.

9. Bundt Cake (Germany/USA) – Based on the German “Bundkuchen,” popularized in 1950s America.

10. Sponge Cake (Italy) – One of the oldest cakes (15th century Genoa); light and airy base for many desserts.