Tips & Tricks
Easy tips and tricks to bake your best cake!
Baking at altitude can be difficult, but it’s a challenge that can be met if you understand some basic principles of baking. We’ll show you how to adjust your cake, cookie and bread recipes for those who live in higher climates.
Whether you need to know how many servings your cake will yield or how much batter or icing you need to fill your pan, this cake sizes and cake serving chart will help you figure it out!
Wondering how to get perfect cake layers? It’s actually easier than you think! By choosing the right pan and preparing it properly, you can bake delicious cake layers that will be ready to decorate in no time!
Perfect baked goods start with the right pan – and Wilton has you covered no matter what you’re making! With a great variety of sizes, shapes, materials and finishes, we have the right pan to match your project, skill level and budget.Each piece of Wilton bakeware...
Learn how to wrap, freeze and thaw cakes and other baked goods so you can enjoy them whenever you’d like!How to Freeze CakeTo freeze an un-frosted cake, wrap the individual cake layers in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil. This double-wrapping technique will help...
Have you ever wondered how bakeries get those perfect cake layers? It's actually easier than you may think! Simple tricks like preparing your pans properly, adjusting your oven temperature and using fresh ingredients can result in cake layers that are fluffy, moist...
Featured How To
Getting a smooth finish on your fondant or buttercream cake is easier than you may think. All you need is a simple crumb coat
A dome typically forms on the top of a baked cake, making its surface uneven. You can create a perfectly even surface by leveling your cake. This technique makes it much easier to ice and stack layers. Torting, or dividing a cake into layers, creates height once...
Have you been tasked with baking a cake for an upcoming celebration? Take your homemade cake up a level with this guide on How to Decorate a Cake. From baking the cake to piping the frosting, this guide will take you through the process step-by-step for great results every time!
Make a cake to remember, right down to the letter! By rearranging the inserts that come with the Letters and Numbers Cake Pan, you can create cakes in the shape of all 26 letters of the alphabet or any number 0 through 9. It’s a-b-c easy as 1, 2, 3!
With this How to Cut a Square Cake cutting guide, we’ll teach you how to cut and serve your square (or oblong) cake with ease. No more guessing, this method works no matter what size cake you’re working with.
Whether you’re traveling 20 miles or 20 feet, these helpful tips and tricks about how to transport a cake with a cake board and cake box will help ensure that your treat gets to wherever it’s going safe and sound.
Getting a smooth finish on your fondant or buttercream cake is easier than you may think. All you need is a simple crumb coat This often-omitted step is the key to professional results, even when you aren’t planning on a traditional fondant-covered cake. Read over our...
Wilton has the best selection of cake decorating and baking supplies! From the initial inspiration to pulling it out of the oven, Wilton has you covered every step-of-the-way, helping you make a delicious and memorable cake that you’ll want to share!
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