YouTube/Eka Amalia
Brilio.net - There are many types of wet cakes , for example brownies, rolled cakes, layer cakes, bika ambon, and so on. A number of variations of these snacks are very suitable to be eaten while drinking coffee or tea. On the other hand, wet cakes are also often present at big holiday celebrations, for example Eid, Christmas, Chinese New Year, and so on.
However, wet cakes last longer than other types of cakes . That's why many people choose to store it in the refrigerator, so it can last longer. Well, YouTube account user Eka Amalia shared a trick for storing wet cakes without using a refrigerator.
After investigating, this trick is suitable to be used on wet cakes which tend to have a firm texture and are not made from coconut milk or coconut. Because, if the wet cake has a fairly soft texture or is made from coconut milk and coconut, it's better if you just store it in the refrigerator because it will still spoil easily even if it is packaged well.
So, if you have a moist cake that has a firm texture and doesn't contain coconut milk or coconut, you can try a trick from Eka Amalia's YouTube account to make it last longer.
Tricks for storing wet cakes so they last a week even without a refrigerator.
The first step that must be prepared is plastic wrap. Wrap the wet cake with plastic wrap until it is really tight and neat. Don't forget to add tape to the ends of the plastic wrap, to make it tighter.
"We tape the edges, so it's stronger and the oils from the butter don't come out," emphasized YouTube account owner Eka Amalia, quoted by BrilioFood on Wednesday (3/4).
If the wet cake storage technique only ends here, usually the cake will last for 1 to 2 days.
photo: YouTube/Eka Amalia
Well, the netizen familiarly called Eka shows an advanced trick so that wet cakes can last up to a week at room temperature. The trick is to put the cake that has been wrapped in plastic wrap into the vacuum plastic. Then, vacuum the plastic until there is no more air left. Yup, that's the trick so that wet cakes can last up to 1 week.
photo: YouTube/Eka Amalia
Well, from now on you don't need to be confused about how to store wet cakes at room temperature, right? Taking a peek at Eka Amalia's YouTube upload which has been watched 15 thousand times, quite a few netizens have given enthusiastic comments about this trick, you know.
"Can you use this method for steamed wet cakes?" asked YouTube @rizqikhoirunnisa235 and got the reply, "If the cake is sturdy, you can, bro."
"Do you add silica gel or not, bro?" said YouTube @zkystore542, then answered, "Very well, sis. If I don't use it, thank God it's still safe."
Tricks for cutting wet cakes so they don't crumble.
When you want to serve it, the process of cutting the wet cake is usually a challenge for a number of people. The reason is, this cake can stick to the knife, so it's no longer neat. Here's a trick for cutting wet cake so it doesn't crumble.
1. Use a sharp knife.
Make sure the knife you use to cut the wet cake is sharp. Dull knives tend to damage the texture of the cake and make it harder to cut.
2. Separate the cake from the pan or container.
Before cutting the cake, make sure to remove the cake from the pan or container first. This will help prevent the cake from sticking to the surface of the container.
3. Use the right sized knife.
Choose a knife that suits the size of your cake. A knife that is too large can make the cake crumble easily, while a knife that is too small may make it difficult to cut the cake neatly.
4. Cut with a certain movement.
Avoid rubbing the knife horizontally across the cake. Instead, use a cutting motion with light pressure from top to bottom. This will help keep the shape of the cake.
5. Wipe the knife every time you use it to cut.
After each cut, wipe the knife with a damp cloth to remove any cake residue stuck to the knife. This will help keep the cake pieces clean.
6. Use clean cutting tools.
If possible, use clean, sharp pastry cutting tools, such as a pizza cutter or serrated knife. This can help cut the cake more easily and neatly.
7. Let the cake cool before cutting.
It's best to let the cake cool for a while before cutting. Cake that is still warm tends to be more fragile and difficult to cut neatly.
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