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As viewers delve into the cake-baking process, they also learn why candles grace birthday cakes. In ancient Greece, cakes were offered to Artemis, the goddess of the moon, with lit candles illuminating the cakes as offerings to elevate prayers. This notion evolved in Germany with the kinderfest tradition, where simplistic cakes with candles became formalized celebrations for children’s birthdays.
Count Ludwig von Zinzendorf's extravagant birthday cake in the 18th century exemplified the growing importance of cakes during celebrations, showcasing how cake traditions evolved over time and gained popularity.