Philadelphia Weddings: Keep Your Cake Cool and Gorgeous in the Heat
Philadelphia weddings in the summer bring sunshine, joy and the challenge of keeping your wedding cake flawless in the heat. With soaring temperatures and high humidity, the last thing you want is a melting masterpiece. That’s why we turned to the experts at The Master’s Baker for their best tips on storing, displaying, and designing cakes that stay beautiful and delicious all celebration long.
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The Master’s Baker Shares How to Keep Your Summer Wedding Cake Perfect
Skip the Refrigerator
A common myth? Wedding cakes should be refrigerated overnight for the best taste. However, in reality, refrigeration can dry cakes out and cause them to absorb other food odors, like onions and garlic, from nearby shelves. Ew! Instead, keep your cake in a cool room, out of direct sunlight, and it will store beautifully until your big day.
Avoid Temperature Swings
Moving a cake from room temperature to the fridge and then back again can cause the icing to “sweat,” leading to running colors and a melted appearance. Consistent, cool temperatures are key.
Choose Real Buttercream
True buttercream uses mostly butter with just a small amount of shortening for stability. When too much shortening is used, and little or no butter, it can create an unpleasant film in your mouth and make the cake more prone to melting in warm weather.
Keep the Whole Process Cool
From the bake shop to the delivery vehicle and right into your venue, The Master’s Baker keeps everything cool and away from direct heat. Once delivered, your cake should stay in a shaded, air-conditioned space until it’s time to cut and serve.
Embrace Summer Flavors
Some of The Master’s Baker’s most popular warm-weather picks include:
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Lemon Raspberry Cake with whipped raspberry cream filling
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Pina Colada Cake with shredded coconut cream filling
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Strawberry Parfait or Raspberry Parfait (fruit folded into vanilla batter)
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Banana Cake with chocolate ganache filling
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Carrot Cake with light whipped cream cheese filling
With the right storage, icing, and flavor choices, your summer wedding cake can be every bit as stunning as you imagined (without fear of melting in the heat). Use these expert tips to create a cake that looks beautiful, tastes unforgettable, and keeps guests talking long after the last slice.
