Nothing compares to the aroma of a freshly baked cake filling your house. You anticipate certain things, whether you start with a cake mix or bake it from scratch. You want it to rise and rise well, and you want it to taste well. The cake batter should be baked right away. What happens, though, if you don't?
What is the shelf life of cake batter? The cake batter keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours and in the freezer for up to 2 months. However, the leavening chemicals that make the cake rise may lose their efficacy, resulting in a flat cake. The cake batter can only rise for 1 to 2 hours after it has been combined, depending on the type of cake mixture.
Here's how you can store cake batter properly.
Refrigeration:
The refrigerator is the first place you turn to when you need to keep anything for a few more days. So it might also be the answer to how long your cake batter will last on the shelf. Even though it's usually better to use cake batter right away after making it, there are occasions when there is no other option than to preserve it.
Cake batter can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours when properly preserved. As the cake mixture rests, air will escape and the leavening ingredient will deteriorate, even if it might not go "bad" after this amount of time. You'll end up with a flat cake that is anything but fluffy and delectable as a result of this.
- Combine the components of the cake recipe you want to use.
- You can either leave the cake batter in the mixing bowl or transfer it to a container that is airtight.
- Cover it with a piece of parchment paper, wax paper, or tinfoil if you plan to leave it in the mixing bowl.
- The cake batter should be put in the fridge.
- Utilise in 48 hours.
Keep in mind that even an airtight seal cannot completely prevent air from leaking. Therefore, using the cake batter as soon as possible is generally advised. It will deteriorate more quickly the longer it sits.
Freezing:
Using your freezer is the best option for the long-term storage of anything. Whether it's a big cake batter or a cupcake, this is fantastic for freezing all types of cakes.
Up to three months' worth of cake batter can be frozen in an airtight container or ziplock bag. The batter should be allowed to thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature after it is ready to use before baking.
- Before freezing, let the cake batter cool fully. It can be left to naturally reach room temperature or put in the refrigerator for a few hours.
- For your specific baking needs, divide the cake batter into small sections. Portion according to the size of your baking dishes or moulds. Put each serving into freezer bags or airtight containers.
- To avoid freezer burn and preserve the quality of the cake batter, remove as much air as you can from the containers or bags.
- Each bag or container should be clearly labelled with the flavour, date, and amount of cake batter inside. You can keep track of what you have and be sure to use the oldest batter first by doing this.
- To avoid spills or leaks, place the labelled bags or containers in a flat position in the freezer. For the best storage, make sure the freezer is set to 0°F (-18°C) or lower.
- The cake batter should be placed in the refrigerator and allowed to thaw overnight before being used. The batter shouldn't be refrozen after it has thawed; it should be used right away.