How do you wrap a fruit cake for a gift?

Table of Contents:

1. How do you wrap a fruit cake for a gift?
2. How do you wrap Christmas cake as a gift?
3. What can I use if I don't have a cake stand?
4. What paper is used for cake boxes?
5. How do you transport a cake without melting it?
6. Can I leave a cake in my car?

How do you wrap a fruit cake for a gift?

Let the fruitcakes cool completely, then wrap each one well in plastic wrap before wrapping again with colorful cellophane or other gift-wrap paper and a bow. For an extra-special gift, place the plastic-wrapped cake inside a nice new loaf pan and top with a copy of the recipe before completing the presentation.

How do you wrap Christmas cake as a gift?

When unfolded, you will have two holes as shown.

1. Wrap mini pound cake in wax paper and tape edges closed. Tape does stick to wax paper.
2. Place wrapped pound cake in bag.
3. Fold top over and thread ribbon through holes. Place tag and jingle bells on ribbon and tie ribbon into a knot. Trim ends of ribbon.

What can I use if I don't have a cake stand?

If you don't have a cake stand, or need an extra one or two for special occasions, place blue-tac on an upturned handle-less cup and press a large matching plate firmly on top.

What paper is used for cake boxes?

Virgin Paper Board

How do you transport a cake without melting it?

Removing the cake from the refrigerator at the very last moment before transporting it to the venue. Fill a separate box with Ice packets and place the cake box into the second box to keep the cake's temperature cool. Use dry ice to keep the cake frosting from melting.

Can I leave a cake in my car?

Don't leave the cake in the car. Baked goods without perishable ingredients such as cream fillings are perfectly safe to be kept at room temperatures. If you notice they are normally stocked on plain shelves and tables in supermarkets.