What did Queen Victoria eat for Easter?

Food & Drink · Published 30 September 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: Step into the kitchen with Max Miller to recreate a seasonal dessert fit for royalty. This video explores the ingredients and methods behind a traditional Easter cake from the era of Queen Victoria.

This episode of Tasting History focuses on the preparation of Queen Victoria's Easter Cake. The video provides a look at the specific ingredients and equipment required to bring this historical recipe to life.

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