What is a Cornucopia Cake?
” The customary wedding cake in Denmark is a tall circular cone shaped cake based on almond paste. This Danish marzipan ring cake is also called the cornucopia cake (overfldighedshorn) or a “circular cake” (kransekage), it is made with almonds, pasturage and marzipan. The cornucopia shape symbolizes the The Horn Of Plenty, promising happiness and a good financial future of the married couple. On the outside, the cake is decorated with favors or sugar work depicting flowers and birds. Inside it is filled with fresh fruit, candy and almond paste. As always the danish newlyweds then cut the cake together, before serving it to the guests. Everyone must eat a part of it, otherwise it is said to bring bad luck to the marriage. 3) Kim’s Wedding Tips! I had one couple who used these cakes as the centerpieces for their table decorations. If you don’t have any danish relatives but would like to try this cake out there is a great recipe on this site: http://www.parenthood.com/recipe_display.html?
