cakes
n. C / U A1 Beginner US //ˈkeɪks// UK //kˈeɪks// cakes
n. sweet foods made from flour, sugar, and eggs that are usually baked in an oven. You often eat them at celebrations like birthdays or weddings.
n. sweet baked items typically composed of flour, sugar, eggs, and a leavening agent. Often served as a celebratory dessert or a snack.
She bakes delicious chocolate cakes for her friends.
The bakery window is filled with colorful cakes decorated with fresh fruit and thick cream.
While the basic recipe remains consistent, regional variations of these cakes often incorporate local spices and nuts to distinguish their traditional holiday offerings.
Usage
Countable when referring to whole units or specific types; uncountable when referring to the substance in general.