The Smith Island Cake hails from Smith Island, Maryland, a 400-year-old fishing village located on the shore of the Chesapeake Bay. It is inhabited by approximately 300 residents and can only be reached by ferry. In the 1800's, bakers made cakes to be sent with the watermen during the autumn oyster harvest. These cakes had many thin layers that were lined and topped with chocolate fudge instead of traditional buttercream icing, because fudge kept the cakes fresh longer. Thus, the Smith Island Cake was born and has been a fan favorite ever since! In 2008, it was named the State Dessert for the State of Maryland, and in 2009 it was featured in National Geographic's "5 Desserts Worth the Trip" article.
This video features Amber, a baker at the Original Smith Island Cake Co., making a mango/passion fruit Snith Island Cake.
Maybe I'll make one to bring to the in-laws this year! I would have to go out and buy a few more cake pans to make that happen! And if any of you happen to tackle the Smith Island Cake as a holiday baking project remember to bring a piece to your next visit. Kidding. But seriously, this cake looks amazing.
Happy Thanksgiving to all. Safe travels.
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