Is jaffa cake actually a cake?

Here's the argument for why it's a cake:

* It's called a "Jaffa Cake." The name itself implies it's a cake.

* It's made with flour, sugar, and eggs, which are common ingredients in cakes.

* It has a cake-like texture. Though it's quite soft, it's not crumbly like a biscuit.

Here's the argument for why it's a biscuit:

* It's marketed as a biscuit. The packaging often refers to it as a biscuit.

* It's designed to be eaten with a cup of tea or coffee. This is a common way to consume biscuits, not cakes.

* It's very thin and small. Cakes are generally thicker and larger.

The Verdict:

Technically, the UK courts ruled in 2012 that Jaffa Cakes are cakes. They were deciding a tax case based on whether the cakes should be taxed like biscuits or cakes. The court ruled that they are cakes because they are soft, have a cake-like texture, and are made with ingredients typically used in cakes.

However, the debate continues! Ultimately, whether you call it a cake or a biscuit, it's a delicious treat!