Freezing cakes is as simple as wrapping them up tight and popping them in the freezer.

The best part is they’ll come out tasting just as good as the day they were frozen.

Once you defrost, all that’s left isthe decorating!

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Bothlayer cakesandsheet cakescan be frozen up to six months.

After that, the texture may not be quite the same as fresh-baked when you thaw and serve them.

How to Defrost a Frozen Cake

Defrosting cake is just as easy as freezing it.

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In that case, to keep your decorations looking picture-perfect, let the cake thaw completely before frosting.

Can You Freeze Cake Batter?

Freeze up to 3 months, and thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.

Can You Freeze Cake Icing?

Freezing baked cakes and batter is fine, but can you freeze cakewith icing?

Then, wrap and freeze like an unfrosted cake.

When you’re ready to serve, defrost quickly on the counter or in the fridge overnight.

Now you’ll never find yourself without a cake.