Tomato Soup Cake? Wait, What?!
39sThe shocking premise of a cake made from tomato soup, combined with a hilarious 1947 complaint letter, creates a curiosity gap that drives clicks and shares.
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This video explores the history and recipe of the Depression Era Tomato Soup Cake, a dessert that originated in the 1920s and gained popularity during the 1930s as a way to use inexpensive ingredients. The presenter discusses its origins, public reception, and revival in modern times, concluding with a personal taste test.
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Origins of Tomato Soup Cake
The cake first appeared in the 1920s, but this specific recipe dates to 1934, when people were experimenting with ways to reduce the use of expensive ingredients like eggs and butter.
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Public Reception
Newspaper recipes often claimed the cake tastes much better than it sounds, but not everyone agreed. In 1947, a woman wrote to a local newspaper complaining that it made her daughter sick and demanded her subscription be cancelled.
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Commercialization and Decline
Despite the negative feedback, most people liked the cake. The recipe became popular, and Campbell's Soup began selling it in the 1940s. By the 1960s, its popularity waned.
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Modern Revival
The cake has recently returned to popularity, largely due to social media and people's curiosity to try it. The presenter notes that it tastes surprisingly good, especially with cream cheese frosting.
The Depression Era Tomato Soup Cake is a historical dessert that has seen a resurgence in popularity, proving that even unusual ingredients can create a delicious treat.
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When did the tomato soup cake first appear?
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When did the tomato soup cake first appear?
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The 1920s.
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Why was the tomato soup cake popular during the Depression?
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Why was the tomato soup cake popular during the Depression?
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It used inexpensive ingredients like tomato soup, reducing the need for expensive eggs and butter.
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What did a woman write to a newspaper in 1947 about the cake?
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What did a woman write to a newspaper in 1947 about the cake?
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She complained that it was a waste of food, made her daughter sick, and demanded her subscription be cancelled.
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When did Campbell's Soup start selling the cake?
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When did Campbell's Soup start selling the cake?
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In the 1940s.
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What is the recommended frosting for the tomato soup cake?
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What is the recommended frosting for the tomato soup cake?
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Cream cheese frosting.
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💡 Key Takeaways
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Historical Origin
Provides context for the cake's creation during the Depression era.
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Negative Public Reaction
Shows that not everyone appreciated the cake, adding a human element to the story.
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Commercial Success
Highlights the cake's mainstream popularity and commercial backing.
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Modern Revival
Explains the cake's resurgence in the age of social media.
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[00:02] из томатного супа. Хотя этот торт впервые появился в 1920-х годах, до краха фондового рынка, данный рецепт датируется 1934 годом, когда люди экспериментировали с различными рецептами, позволяющими сократить использование дорогостоящих ингредиентов, таких как яйца и
[00:15] томатным супом. Сейчас газеты рецептов этого торта, в которых часто говорится, что он на вкус намного лучше, чем кажется. Однако, очевидно, не все были согласны, поскольку в 1947 году одна женщина написала в
[00:27] местную газету после того, как попробовала этот рецепт: «Фу, это была пустая трата съела этот пирог, моей маленькой девочке стало ужасно плохо, а моему понедельник. Прежде чем вы напечатаете еще какие-нибудь заманчивые рецепты вроде пирога из томатного супа, пожалуйста,
[00:41] отмените мою подписку на вашу дурацкую газету». И хотя миссис Дж. Э. С. из меньшинстве, потому что большинству людей торт, похоже, понравился. Рецепт стал суп, начала продавать его в 1940-х годах. К 1960-м годам этот торт
[00:55] несколько утратил свою популярность и лишь недавно вернулся, в основном благодаря желанию попробовать его в социальных сетях. Люди, подобные мне. И должна сказать, это действительно очень хорошо. На вкус он совсем не похож на томатный пирог,
[01:07] особенно если добавить крем из сливочного сыра — еще один пережиток томатного супового пирога, подписывайтесь на мой канал на YouTube, и я опубликую этот рецепт на сайте and I will put this recipe on tastinghistory.com.
