Safely Transport Cakes Without A Carrier With This Cheap Hack

We may say something is a "piece of cake" when it's easy or stress-free, but there's nothing so simple about actually making a cake. If you're planning on bringing a delicious dessert centerpiece to a celebration, the first challenge is figuring out what kind of cake — might we recommend one of these once-popular cake that needs to make a comeback, like Coca-Cola cake or a Victoria Sponge? Then, once you actually go to the trouble of making your cake, you have to face yet another challenge: getting it to the party unharmed.

If you don't bake all the time, you might not have a cake carrier, but don't fret. You can make one yourself. To begin, search around your home for a shallow cardboard box that will accommodate the size of your cake. Next, line it with something that will help prevent the cake from slipping and sliding around. In a pinch, you can use something like balled-up newspaper, but what can work even better is a cutting board or drawer liner, like the one you might find in your produce drawer. This gives the bottom of your cake something to grip onto, and prevents it from sliding into the box walls while you're driving. Now that really is a piece of cake. 

Still concerned about ensuring your cake arrives in as beautiful and immaculate condition as it was when you frosted it? Luckily, there are a few other essential steps for transporting a frosted cake you can utilize. First off, it might be a good idea to refrigerate your cake for a few hours before bringing it to your event, since cold cakes keep their shape much better than warm ones. And for even more security, consider adding a dollop of frosting to the base. This helps cement the cake to the cake board or plate and prevents it from wobbling around, which could spell disaster. 

Finally, don't forget the basics! Pastry-making professionals recommend keeping the air conditioning blasting in your car so the cake remains cool and intact. Be sure to place the cake flat on the floor, not on a seat where it could tip over. And of course, drive slowly and carefully en route to avoid any sudden starts or stops. Keep these things in mind, and you're on your way to an unforgettable celebration — especially if you followed these cake decorating tips that every beginner should know.