How to freeze cakes
1 Cover cooled cake with plastic wrap. Repeat with another layer of plastic wrap (this helps to prevent freezer burn).
2 Cover with aluminium foil and place in the freezer.
Tip: If you have two layers of cake, it’s best to wrap them individually to prevent them sticking together when they defrost.
Can you freeze homemade cakes?
Yes, freezing homemade cakes is a great way to preserve their freshness and moisture for up to 3 months.
Can you freeze a cake with icing?
Many cakes with icing freeze well. In fact, the icing provides a barrier to stop the cake drying out. To freeze an iced cake, place in the freezer for 1-2 hours or until the icing is hard. Remove from the freezer and cover iced cake with 2 layers of plastic wrap. Return to the freezer and freeze for up to 3 months.
How long can you freeze a cake?
You can freeze cakes for up to 3 months. To defrost, remove layers of aluminium foil and plastic wrap, and stand at room temperature for 2-3 hours.
How to freeze cake pieces?
Wrap individual slices of cake in a double layer of plastic wrap, then in foil. Store together in a sealable plastic bag.
Other baked goods and desserts you can freeze
Cookies
You don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen every time you feel like having homemade biscuits. Follow these simple steps:
1 Place the cookie dough on a piece of non-stick baking paper and shape into a log.
2 Roll up the log in the paper and twist the ends to seal and enclose. Label and freeze for up to three months.
3 Unwrap the dough when you feel like cooking up a few homemade cookies. Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 1cm slices. Place on a baking tray, lined with non-stick baking paper, and bake in oven (according to your recipe) until golden and crisp.
Other desserts you can make, bake and freeze
Cheesecake…………… 6 months
Muffins and breads……. 12 months
Fruit pies (unbaked)…… 3 months
Fruit pies (baked)………. 6 months
Cakes that freeze well:
Banana cake with cream cheese frosting
Carrot cake
Sticky date cake with caramel sauce
Easy vanilla butter cake
Cinnamon tea cake
See also:
Freezer-friendly
How to avoid freezer burn
How to freeze cookie dough
How to freeze food
How to freeze leftovers
