How Far In Advance Can You Bake Cakes? | When To Start Decorating Cakes

One of the questions I get asked the most...What's your cake decorating timeline? I am going to talk about baking cakes in advance and when to start decorating cakes. I'll also let you know when I consider myself booked and how I plan my cake weeks.

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[KarolynsKakes]

If you enjoy my tutorials, I'd be so grateful if you'd Buy Me A Coffee! ☕🙏

[Itsjusstlexx]

Omg this is exactly what I needed! Thank you so much ! I was draining myself making 2 cakes within 2 days! Also because of the “fresh” controversy lol Now I feel more comfortable taking more cake orders. I’ve been decorating cakes for 6 years part time and recently quit my full time job to focus on my cakes full time. Your channel has taught me so much. I cannot thank you enough 💖💖💖💖💖🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[barbaracline]

This is perfect! Very similar to how I do it. Funny story. I showed up to a friends house for a birthday party with a fully decorated 2 tier fondant cake. She answered the door in pj's and apologized and said everyone inside was sick. She grabbed the cake and quickly shut the door so I wouldn't get the cooties 🤣

A week later she gets the UNWRAPPED cake out of the FREEZER where she hastily shoved it and everyone at the new party raved at how delicious and MOIST it was 🤣♥️
Now I would never suggest doing that. But really cake is protected by the icing and fondant.

[SugarSugarCreek]

Hi Karolyn, one more thing I do on weeks where the workload is heavy is, make my boards and boxes and any packaging that is needed. Sometimes that's one of those tedious last minute things that having it already done helps too 😊

[angiericouard]

I had to freeze a 2 tiered cake, full decorated for a week because the party place lost power that day. It was perfect! People don’t realize how many bakers freeze, even big box bakery’s, and doctor mixes

[karenlewis]

Hi Karolyn. I Absolutely LOVE you and your videos! I've been a cake designer since 2012. Sugar, Icing, frosting, fondant all act as preservatives keeping cakes moist and fresh. I learned this from Chef Toba Garrett (author and award winning cake designer) at the International Culinary Institute in New York City where Chef Toba is an instructor. If you ever need to explain - again - why the cakes stay so moist and fresh, this is why. Like sealing a door with varnish to protect the wood from the elements, You're sealing your cakes with icing to lock in the moisture and freshness.

[jamio]

O wow! Thank you for explaining your timeline!!!

[michelebostwick]

Hi Karolyn, I'm wondering about your timeline for making icing and fondant. Do you have certain days that you do those tasks? Do you just do it when you need to (if you are running low?) About how much icing and fondant do you make? I know you use a lot, so I'm wondering if you make a TON of it to last a week or two or if you end up making them once a week? I'd love a "week in the life of my cake business" video, where you show us what you do each week or each cycle (starting with baking on Friday). Just a video suggestion. Thanks!

[juca]

Thank you for always sharing your knowledge ❤

[fasaja]

Perfect, this was so helpful as a new cake baker! Found this video 10/2/24

[chea]

Thank you so much for this. I always do my cakes last minute and always in a rush from start to finish. My cakes are completely scratch so I do get worried about them not being fresh enough. I love your idea about making the decorations in advance so I’ll definitely try these tips to save myself of the pressure and last minute stress. Thank you 😊

[delilahs]

Lately, I’ve been coming back to your old videos because it never fails that when I have a question you answer it! I have been so freaking busy lately and this video really helped me so that I can start my cakes today for Saturday and Sunday. Thanks always.

[NinaBratcher-gsnx]

I love that you say moist, doesn’t bother me one bit! 😂

[tiffanygayle]

Im going to binge watch your videos.. absolute treasure trove! I tried to donate yesterday... And had a technical glitch.. will do that soon as your information is invaluable. Thank you. . You are a master!!

[shaundralawson]

I really appreciate your openest about cakes..I am trying to manage time better..I been staying up all night doing the cake the day before its due..Only would have one order..This is a game changer..I am still new to making fondant decorations..Thanks

[karlac]

Just wanted to stop by and say thank you for your videos. Any question I’ve ever had I come on your page and find the answer :) I appreciate you!

[kathrynkiphart]

Could you do a video on how you box up your cakes for delivery. I’m so glad I found your channel. I have customers say they want it fresh. I always tell them it will be… Lordy…. Lol. Oh just wanted to ask . I use your doctored cake mix method and was wondering does the tops of your cakes come out how can I say it a little hard on top. Just the top. Is that how your comes out. I cut the tops off and it’s just fine.

[clarissafleming]

This was great to hear. Would love to see how you package a cake

[HopesMomE]

Ha! My daughter will eat her leftover birthday cake in the fridge for a week plus and will then gnaw on any leftovers that I manage to get in the freezer for weeks!! In fact, her birthday was 1st week of June and I caught her eating bday cake for breakfast two days ago. 😂 She assured me it was still delicious. 😉 So, no concerns about "freshness" at our house. Between her verification and your process, I'm going to start freezing more cakes too, instead of killing myself! 😓😏 Thanks Karolyn....not only are the Kakes amazing, but you are too! ❤️

[pelogadi]

Yo are a genius 😱 Leaving your fondant decorations inside bags!?! 🤯🤯 That's a great idea, thank you