How Long Does a Cake Actually Last? (and Storage Tips)
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It's always hard to tell how long a cake will last.Sometimes they last a few days, sometimes they only last a few hours. In thisblog post, we'll explore how long cakes actually last, and some tips forprolonging their life span. Spoiler alert: there is no one-size-fits-allanswer! But hopefully this blog post will give you some good guidance on how tostore your cake and keep it tasting great. Enjoy!
Theshelf life of a cake (and how to make it last longer)
Have you ever wondered how long your cake will last?The shelf life of a cake depends on a few different factors, such as theingredients used and how the cake is stored. For example, a cake made withfresh fruit will only last a few days, while a cake made with dried fruit canlast up to a week.
Similarly, a cake that is stored in a cool, dry placewill last longer than a cake that is stored in a warm, humid environment. Ingeneral, most cakes will last 3-5 days when stored properly.
If you want to enjoy your cake for as long aspossible, be sure to follow these simple storage tips:
Storeat room temperature
Cake is best eaten fresh,but sometimes life gets in the way and we can't eat a cake within a day or twoof when it was baked. If that's the case, storing your cake at room temperatureis the best way to keep it fresh. Just be sure to keep it away from heat anddirect sunlight, and in a cake box if possible. If you do this, your cakeshould stay fresh for up to three days.
If you're not planning on eating your cake right away,you can store it in the box it came in and wrap the box with plastic wrap. Thiswill keep the cake moist for up to three days. Just be sure to bring the caketo room temperature before serving, as cold cake can be harder to cut and lessenjoyable to eat. If you're not planning on eating your cake within three days,you can wrap it in plastic wrap and then foil and freeze it for up to twomonths. Just be sure to thaw the cake overnight in the refrigerator beforeserving.
Anyone who has ever baked a cake knows that one of thehardest parts is keeping it fresh. Once a cake is cut, it starts to dry out andbecome stale. That's why cake covers are such an essential kitchen tool. A goodcake cover will keep your cake moist and delicious for up to three days.
Cake covers come in a variety ofmaterials, but I prefer acrylic because it's clear and durable. Plus, it's easyto find an acrylic cake cover with a handle, which makes it simple to remove thecover without disturbing the cake. Whether you're storing a freshly baked cakeor taking one to a party, an acrylic cake cover is the best way to keep yourcake looking and tasting its best.
Howto store a cake (in the fridge, freezer, or pantry)
There are a few things to keep in mind when storing acake. First, make sure the cake is completely cooled before storing it. A warmcake will condense in the fridge and become soggy.
Second, if you're planning on storing the cake in thefridge, be sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminium foil to preventit from drying out. Cakes can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
If you need to store the cake for longer than that,put it in the freezer. Wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap or aluminium foil,and then place it in a freezer-safe bag. Cakes will stay fresh in the freezerfor up to two months.
If you have a cake andwant to store it for a few days before frosting and decorating it, the freezeris ideal. Simply cool the individual layers, then double wrap them in plasticand store them in the freezer, where they'll keep for several weeks, up to twoto three months.
When you're ready to decorate, simply thaw the cakeovernight in the fridge and you'll be good to go. And if you find yourselfshort on time, you can even decorate a frozen cake - just be sure to workquickly so the frosting doesn't melt!
Finally, if you're looking for a short-term storageoption, you can keep a cake at room temperature on a plate covered with a domeor plastic wrap. Just be sure to eat it within a day or two.
Tipsfor thawing and serving a frozen cake
Store-bought or homemade, a frozen cake can be a reallifesaver when you need a dessert in a hurry. Here are a few tips for thawingand serving a frozen cake:
First, remove the cake from the freezer and let itthaw for about an hour at room temperature. If you're short on time, you canplace the cake in the refrigerator for a faster thaw.
Once the cake is thawed, be sure to removeit from the packaging and allow it to come to room temperature before serving.This will help ensure that the cake is moist and flavourful. When you're readyto serve, simply frost or decorate as desired.
If you want to make decorating your cake a breeze, tryfreezing the layers first. Simply take them out of the freezer and let themthaw on the counter for 20-30 minutes before getting started.
The cold temperature will firm up the cake so it'seasier to trim and there will be less crumbs in the frosting. Plus, it's agreat way to make sure your cake is nice and fresh. Just be sure to wrap thelayers tightly in plastic wrap so they don't dry out while they're in thefreezer.
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Posted on 28 Aug 2022
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