Storing Sponge Wedding Cake: Tips For Extended Freshness

Sponge wedding cakes are a popular choice for many couples on their big day. But how do you store a sponge wedding cake to keep it fresh? Sponge cakes should not be stored in the fridge as this can cause them to dry out. Instead, they should be stored at room temperature in an airtight container. If you want to store your wedding cake for longer, you can freeze it.

Sponge wedding cakes should be stored at room temperature, not in the fridge

If you are storing a sponge cake before serving, it is best to keep it in its original packaging until shortly before it needs to be presented. If you are storing a cake overnight, it is a good idea to put it in an airtight container to protect it from anything that might land on it.

If you are storing a sponge cake after serving, it is best to put it in an airtight container to keep it as fresh as possible and prevent it from drying out. If the cake has already been cut into slices, put the slices into individual airtight containers.

Sponge cakes can be stored at room temperature for about three days. If you want to store a sponge wedding cake for longer, it is best to freeze it.

Use an airtight container to stop the sponge from drying out

To keep your sponge wedding cake from drying out, it is imperative that you store it in an airtight container. Circulating air is the enemy of a sponge cake, and even a short period of exposure to air can cause the cake to dry out. Therefore, it is best to place the cake in an airtight container immediately after serving.

If you have a large enough airtight container, you can store the entire cake or the remaining tiers in it. However, if your container is not big enough, you can cut the cake into slices and place them in individual containers. This method is also useful if you want to freeze the leftover cake for a later date, as individual slices will be easier to defrost and serve.

When storing sponge cakes, it is also important to avoid the fridge. While cakes with fresh cream need to be refrigerated, sponge cakes with buttercream should be stored at room temperature. The cold temperature of a fridge causes the buttercream to harden, resulting in a dry cake. Additionally, fridges circulate cold air constantly, which further speeds up the drying out of the sponge.

To keep your sponge wedding cake moist and delicious, store it in a cosy spot in your kitchen, neither too hot nor too cold. By following these simple storage tips, you can ensure that your cake remains fresh and enjoyable for up to a week or more.

Sponge cakes can be frozen for up to six months

If you're ordering your wedding cake in advance, you can ask for it to be delivered a day or two before your wedding and then pop it into the freezer, whole and in its original packaging. If you're freezing leftover cake, you can either put a whole tier in the freezer in an airtight container or cut it into slices and freeze them in individual containers. You can also wrap the cake in a couple of layers of cling film for extra protection before placing it into an airtight container.

To defrost your cake, simply take it out of the freezer and leave it in a cosy spot out of direct sunlight until it reaches room temperature. The buttercream will be soft to touch when it's ready to eat.

Defrosting a frozen cake is simple: just leave it in a cosy spot until it reaches room temperature

Defrosting a frozen cake is simple and stress-free! All you need to do is leave it in a cosy spot and let it come up to room temperature.

If you've frozen your wedding cake, it's best to take it out of the freezer and leave it to thaw in a nice, cosy spot. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight, as this could dry out your cake. It's also best to keep it out of the fridge, as the cold temperature can dry out the sponge and harden the buttercream.

Instead, find a spot in your kitchen that's not too hot and not too cold. Ideally, the room temperature should be consistent, so the cake can thaw slowly and evenly. Depending on the size of your cake, this process can take a few hours or longer.

If your cake is still in its original packaging, there's no need to remove the wrapping while it thaws. Keeping the wrapping on will protect the cake and prevent it from drying out. However, if your cake is sealed in an airtight bag, it's best to remove it from the bag to prevent condensation build-up.

Once your cake has reached room temperature, you'll know it's ready to eat when the buttercream is soft to touch. The centre of the cake will usually take the longest to defrost, so check the buttercream in the middle to see if it's ready.

After your cake has thawed, you can add any final touches before serving. If the outside of the cake is unfrosted, you can add a layer of buttercream. You can also add decorations, such as sprinkles or fresh flowers, to make it look extra special for your big day!

If you're storing a sponge cake overnight, it's best to put it in an airtight container

If you're storing a sponge wedding cake overnight, it's best to put it in an airtight container. Sponge cakes are prone to drying out, and circulating air is the enemy of a sponge cake. Storing it in an airtight container will help to keep the moisture in.

You can simply use airtight Tupperware if you have one big enough to place the whole cake in. If you don't have a Tupperware box big enough but have smaller ones, cut the cake into slices and put them in individual containers.

If the cake is still in its original packaging, it will be fine stored in a nice, cosy spot overnight. A cosy spot is room temperature—not too hot and not too cold.

If you're storing a cake for longer than overnight, freezing is the most effective way to preserve it. Sponge wedding cakes can be frozen for up to six months.

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