How did people make cake in the 1800?

In the 1800s, cakes were often made using basic ingredients like flour, sugar, eggs, and butter, with baking powder becoming more common towards the latter part of the century, which helped cakes rise better. Many recipes relied on manual methods for mixing and beating, as electric mixers were not yet available. Cakes were typically baked in wood-fired ovens, and flavors were often enhanced with spices, fruits, or nuts. Decorations were simpler than today, often using icing made from sugar and egg whites.