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DBES 3Q TLE 9 Bread and Pastry
DBES 3Q TLE 9 Bread and Pastry
BRIEF INTRODUCTION:
Hello students! Welcome to the new phase of your lives as a High School student. To be in your
9th grade is an exciting journey that you have yet to experience as we continue the school year. I
hope your enthusiasm and passion for learning is still there despite our new mode of learning
amidst this COVID-19 outbreak. In our Cookery I class, we will focus on preparing sponges and
cakes, Cake preparation, Preparing and using fillings for cakes, Decorating cakes and Presenting
cakes.In this subject, your prior knowledge in your previous Home Economic classes will still be
used for you to be able to cope with given tasks/ activities which will further enhance your skills
and innovative mind. I hope you will enjoy and learn a lot from our lessons!
Thus, in this first quarter learning module, you are expected to acquire the essential
knowledge and develop the basic skills prescribed by DepEd’s learning standards aligned with
the MELCs as shown in the table below.
REFERENCES: (Please be guided with the given references to help you perform the given
activities.
Click the given links and hyperlinks to access the suggested learning
resources.)
A. Printed:
Nieves, Grace R., (2016), TLE-TVL Series: Bread and Pastry Production,
Phoenix Publishing House., pp. 152-158
B. Online:
Dessert Toppings: Frosting, Icing, Filling and Glaze Retrieved from
www.imperialsugar.com
www.collinsdictionary.com
Life, Love and Sugar. (Nov. 29, 2018) How to frost a smooth cake with
buttercream frosting. Retrieved from
https://www.lifeloveandsugar.com/2015
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAHu89tIvJ0)
C. Offline: (Downloaded materials: soft copy pdf form, youtube, video, etc…)
D. Online links: Journals/ Articles/ YouTube/ Video clips
INTRODUCTION:
Cakes are all-time favorite dessert and known as the richest and sweetest of all
baked products. Most people love to have cakes as their dessert every meal time. Bakers produce
cake with passion and with the purpose of bringing happiness to all people that loves sweets. On
the other hand, breads are lean products that require strong gluten development and careful
control of yeast action during the long fermentation and proofing periods. The baker’s job is to
create a structure that supports these ingredients and yet keeps it as light and delicate as possible.
Producing cakes in bulk is relatively easy if the baker follows a good and well-balanced formula,
scales the ingredients accurately, and understands basic mixing methods as well.
Cakes are popular not only because of their richness and sweetness but also due to their
versatility. They can be presented in various forms, from simple cakes to an elaborately
decorated works of art for weddings and other occasions. With only few basic formula and a
variety of icings and fillings, the chef or baker can construct the perfect dessert for any occasion
or purpose.
Directions: Fill in the K-W-H-L Chart below to assess your prior knowledge and
understanding of the topic, Preparing sponges and cakes.
Below are the key guide questions that you should remember as you perform all the
activities in this lesson. You should be able to answer them at the end of the week.
1. What is a cake?
2. What are the components of a cake?
3. What is the essence of a cake in every celebration?
SHORT EXERCISES/DRILLS:
LABELING: Label the components of a cake based on your prior knowledge.
CONTENT DISCUSSION:
What is a cake?
- A cake is a sweet dessert made by baking a mixture of flour, eggs, sugar, and fat in an oven
and is usually decorated or covered with icing.
- Cake is a form of sweet food made from flour, sugar and other ingredients, that is usually
baked. In their oldest forms, cakes were modifications of bread. However, cakes today cover
a wide range of preparations.
- A cake is a sweet food, made from a combination of ingredients, baked and then usually
decorated.
American Cake
- Cakes are made with a variety of flavors, topped with a variety of icing types to
complement the cake’s flavor. The centerpiece of the dessert is the cake itself, with the
best cakes layered with minimal icing itself.
- Most layered cakes are made up of just two layers, except for the special occasion cakes
like wedding cakes that come in multiple tiers.
- Generally, if kept properly stored, cake can stay fresh for a week or more and lasts much
longer than gateaux.
French Gateaux
- It is often filled with lots of fresh fruit decorations and fillings like thick cream, mousse,
or ganache.
- Because of spoilage factor, gateaux are generally created and often eaten on the same
day.
German Torte
- - It is made up of
multiple layers of very thin sponge cake and variety of fillings including fruit, jam,
whipped cream or mousse. It is usually heavier compared to cakes.
- Some tortes substitute some of the flour for finely ground hazelnuts for added flavor and
texture. It also adds crushed almonds to the sponge cake mix.
- Adding sweetness (chocolate glaze) to the torte extends its shelf life even if the filling
contains fruit.
- Tortes may become more expensive depending on the type and quality of the ingredients
that make up the layers.
In addition, cakes can also be in the form of petit fours.
There are two major ingredients in baking cake – the fat or butter and liquid ingredients.
These two should not be mixed by nature. However, since these are basic ingredients, careful
attention should be given to them. Following the recipe properly should also be noted.
Here are the proper ways in combining wet and dry ingredients:
1. Use a spatula or wooden spoon when combining dry ingredients such as flour, salt
and leavening agents. Stir the dry ingredients and make a well.
2. Make sure that the wet ingredients are thoroughly combined before pouring them into
the well. Use a rubber scraper to scrape around the edge until reaching the bottom of
the bowl, pulling dry ingredients over ad into the wet ingredients.
The amount of fat or butter, sugar, and acid ingredient allows the cake to develop a tender
texture. Remember that in baking, accuracy is most important. If there is any incorrectness on the
amount or proportion of the ingredients, the product quality will suffer. Take for example, if
flour and eggs are in excess amount, the result of the cake will be dry or tough.
1. Flour – it is the primary ingredient in baking. It holds the ingredients together and adds
texture, shape and strength.
2. Sugar or sweetener – sugar makes the cake taste sweet, and affects the texture by making
soft, moist, or tender.
3. Fat – its function is to tenderize the product, enable browning, provide moistness, add flavor,
and aerate the baked product among others.
The following are the two types of fats:
a. Solid Fat – using this fat allows air bubbles to incorporate the mixture, improving the
volume. This can be achieved by beating or creaming the fat with granulated sugar.
Examples of solid fat are butter, margarine or shortening.
b. Liquid Fat – unlike solid fat, liquid fat cannot hold air. It can be used in small amounts
especially for healthy recipes. Examples of liquid fat are vegetable oil or olive oil.
4. Egg – Separated and beaten egg whites provide leavening especially foamed eggs. In using a
whole egg, structures of the cake become tender because egg yolk is rich in emulsifying
agent that facilitates the incorporation of air and also avoid wheat starch gelatinization. It
also gives color, added flavor, nutrients and retains moisture in the baked cake.
5. Leavening agent – This causes the batter to rise. It provides structure and helps tenderize the
baked product.
a. Incorporation of air during mixing. Proper mixing creates air bubbles in the cake batter
essential in making the air rise.
b. Chemical Leavening. Examples of chemical leaveners are baking soda and baking
powder. One must be mindful of the amount of chemical leavener added because too
much baking soda may result to an undesirable soapy taste.
c. Leavened by the vapor pressure produced in the oven. The air bubble expands when
heated.
6. Liquid – In baking cake, the usual liquid dairy used is milk. It performs various functions
such as dissolving salt and sugar, hydrating dry ingredients and allowing the reaction of
baking soda or baking powder to produce gas or carbon dioxide. It contains protein that
coagulates from the oven’s heat and aid in the formation of cake structure. Buttermilk, cream
cheese and sour cream tenderize and gives moisture and flavor to cake.
7. Flavorings – There are many ingredients that can be used as flavorings. It can be syrup
extract, citrus, fruit extracts and the like. These flavorings are added to enhance the
palatability of the baked cake. Salt is another important ingredient that gives flavor to cake.
Components of a Cake
Base Cake
Cream or Filling
Decorative Ingredients
Glazes
1. Base Cake – this refers to the foundation of the cake that is essential in assembling and
preparing the cake as a whole.
2. Cream or Filling – this refer to the mixture used to fill or cover the cake. It enhances not
just the taste of the product, but also its texture.
3. Decorative Ingredients – when the base cake has been filled or covered with cream, the
next thing to do is to decorate the cake. Decorative ingredients may include nuts, fruits
and chocolates.
4. Glazes - Aside from the filling and decorative ingredients, glazes are also applied for the
purpose of giving additional flavor and helping stimulate the product visually to the
potential customer.
How Temperature Affects Baking
Many factors might affect the setting of oven temperature such as the ingredients, oven,
altitude and the baking pan. Below are some of the considerations and factors before baking
cakes.
1. Type of oven. Test the accuracy of the oven by learning how to calibrate. Check if there is
any irregularity in the temperature by following these two simple methods:
a. Place an oven thermometer on a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350°F or
177°C. Once the oven is preheated, check the oven thermometer. Repeat the same
method after 10 minutes. If both temperature matches, then it is a good sign that the
oven is properly calibrated.
b. For others, they will preheat their oven to 350°F or 177°C. they will place an
aluminum foil in a cookie sheet with a little amount of sugar. They will place the
cookie sheet inside the oven for 15 minutes. The melting point of sugar is above
366°F. So if the sugar melts in 350°F, the oven is not properly calibrated. If the sugar
browns a little, then it is calibrated correctly.
2. Size of the baking pan. The general rule is that the bigger the baking pan, the more heat it
needs. Likewise, the smaller the baking pan, the lesser heat it needs. Baking pans can also
affect the outcome of the baked products. Baking pan made of aluminum is preferred when
baking as it produces lighter texture and more delicate crusted cake. Dark metal pans,
nonstick baking pans, and glass baking pans absorb heat quickly. It also has the tendency to
produce crisper, darker crust.
3. Altitude. Lower pressure affects the baking of cakes. For instance, when heat rises at the
bottom of the pan with insufficient air pressure from above to balance the upward pressure,
the cake has the tendency to expand rapidly. More, cake will fall and batter may overflow
due to rapid expansion. The higher altitude, the lower the air pressure.
4.
5. Ingredients. Adding excess ingredients in the mixture will need adjustment in baking time.
Time
Sponges and Cakes Temperature (F/C)
(minutes)
350-375°F 15-25
cupcake
177-190°C
350-375°F
Layer cake 20-35
177-190°C
350°F
Loaf cake 45-60
177°C
350°F
Angel food & sponge cake 50-60
177°C
350-375°F
Decadence 25-30
177-190°C
325°F
Basic chiffon cake 60-65
162°C
350-375°F
Chocolate custard cake 35-40
177-190°C
350-375°F
Lemon cake 25-30
177-190°C
1. What is a cake?
- A cake is a sweet dessert made by baking a mixture of flour, eggs, sugar, and fat in an oven
and is usually decorated or covered with icing.
- Cake is a form of sweet food made from flour, sugar and other ingredients, that is usually
baked. In their oldest forms, cakes were modifications of bread. However, cakes today cover
a wide range of preparations.
- A cake is a sweet food, made from a combination of ingredients, baked and then usually
decorated
Cake is a form of sweet food made from flour, sugar and other ingredients, that is
usually baked. In their oldest forms, cakes were modifications of bread. However, cakes
today cover a wide range of preparations.
There are four components of a cake the; base, cream or filling, decorative ingredients, glaze.
Department of Education
Division of Nueva Vizcaya
Diocese of Bayombong Educational System (DBES)
Saint Louis School, Solano, Nueva Vizcaya
____________________________________________
Name of School
---o0o---
Subject: _______________________________________
Teacher: _______________________________________
Name of Learner :
___________________________________________________________________
Grade Level & Section: _________________________________ Inclusive Dates:
_______________
Week No.: 1 Score : ______________
A. Written Work/s:
Activity 1:
Write True if the statement is correct and False if otherwise. Place your answer in the space
provided.
___________ 1. Baking temperature does not vary on the type of oven you are using.
___________ 2. In baking, the higher the altitude, the higher the air pressure.
___________ 3. Baking temperature of lemon cake may range from 325ºF.
___________ 4. Sponge sheets can be baked at 220ºC to 230ºC for approximately 7 minutes.
___________ 5. During baking, a cake batter undergoes a complex process of chemical and
physical reaction that transforms it into a fluffy cake.
Activity 2: REFLECTION:
3. What are the factors that might affect the setting of oven temperature?
Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
The idea presented Ideas are organized, The explanation is The ideas presented The output is
are well organized, meaningful and somehow are valid but not poor.
very meaningful and relevant to the topic. meaningful and meaningful and
Content/
relevant to the topic. relevant to the topic organized.
Organization
but not presented in
an organized
manner.
REFERENCES: (Please be guided with the given references to help you perform the given
activities.
Click the given links and hyperlinks to access the suggested learning
resources.)
E. Printed:
Nieves, Grace R., (2016), TLE-TVL Series: Bread and Pastry Production,
Phoenix Publishing House., pp. 152-158
F. Online:
Dessert Toppings: Frosting, Icing, Filling and Glaze Retrieved from
www.imperialsugar.com
www.collinsdictionary.com
Life, Love and Sugar. (Nov. 29, 2018) How to frost a smooth cake with
buttercream frosting. Retrieved from
https://www.lifeloveandsugar.com/2015
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAHu89tIvJ0)
INTRODUCTION:
Cakes come in different types containing different ingredients and can be classified into
two; shortened and unshortened cakes. The main difference between these two classifications of
cakes is that shortened cakes contains fat, whereas unshortened cakes contain no fat. On the
other hand, chiffon cake is a hybrid or is in the middle of shortened and unshortened cake. It is
leavened by both baking powder or baking soda and beaten with egg whites. Examples of cakes
under this category are chocolate chiffon cake and lemon chiffon cake.
Directions: Fill in the K-W-H-L Chart below to assess your prior knowledge and
understanding of the topic, cake preparations.
Below are the key guide questions that you should remember as you perform all the
activities in this lesson. You should be able to answer them at the end of the week.
CONTENT DISCUSSION:
Preparing Cakes
The tools and equipment mentioned on previous units are the same set of tools and
equipment that will be used for baking cakes. However, there are baking pans that are intended
in baking cakes like the cake pans (round or square) bundt pan and tube-center pan.
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It is again reiterated that using the right tool and equipment is important to achieve the
expected quality of baked products.
Classification of Cake
Cakes come in different types containing different ingredients and can be classified in
various ways. Below is the basic type of cake:
1. Shortened cake (butter or conventional cakes)
This type of cake is leavened with baking powder or baking soda. The
characteristics of his type of cakes are tender, moist, and velvety. Examples of cake
under this category are pound cake, fruit cake, and chocolate cake.
This type of cake is leavened with the beaten egg whites. The characteristics of this
type of cakes are light, airy and delicate structure. Examples of these cakes under this
category are the angel food cake and sponge cake. Angel food cake is made with beaten
egg whites, whereas sponge cake is made with whole eggs.
2. Whipping method is dependent on the success of the beaten eggs. Use eggs that are
whole, yolks, or whites only when whipping. After whipping, the rest of the liquid and
dry ingredients are folded into the whipped eggs.
3. Combination method is the combination of the creaming method and whipping method.
These may be done in two ways:
a. Procedure 1
Apply the creaming method using the half of the sugar until light.
Place the egg yolk beating one at a time until mixture is fluffy.
Apply the whipping method using egg whites and the remaining sugar to a stiff
meringue.
Fold the meringue in the creamed butter mixture.
Dry ingredients are sifted and folded.
b. Procedure 2
Apply the creaming method using half of the sugar until light.
Place the egg yolk beating one at a time until the mixture is fluffy.
½ to ¾ amount of the flour are sifted and folded.
Apply the whipping method using egg whites and the remaining sugar to a stiff
meringue.
Fold half of the meringue into the cake mixture, and then fold in the remaining
sifted flour.
Complete by folding in the remaining whipped egg whites.
Always remember that the ingredients of the batter and dough should be equally
distributed and properly mixed.
Cooling Baked Cakes
Cutting the cake that has not been cooled yet is one of the many mistakes committed by
most beginners in baking. It is not recommended to cut the cake immediately after baking
because the cake is still weak and moist, making the cut messy.
Cooling the cake is the process of allowing the cake to lower down temperature after
baking before applying any decorations such as icing or frosting. If the baker immediately
decorated the cake while it is still hot, the icings will definitely melt. To avoid such mistakes, it
is necessary to let the cake set and cool down properly by following these general procedures
below:
1. Once the baked product is removed from the oven, remove it from the pan by loosening
the sides of the pan using a metal spatula or any thin knife. Secure the release of the cake
by slightly tapping the pan.
2. Let the cake rest and cool completely using the cooling rack in a cool, dry place before
placing the decorations.
These are also other ways on cooling cakes. It is important for bakers to strictly
follow the instruction in the recipe book. If a baker placed the cake inside the refrigerator
after baking, the cake has the tendency to stick to the pan, collapse or both. Take note of
the following when cooling cake:
1. Sponge, chiffon and angel cakes are recommended to cool upside down in a cooling rack
to prevent from sagging. This type of cake has the tendency to stretch while it cools
because of the egg proteins, flour proteins and starch.
2. Pound cakes are immediately removed from the pan and transferred on a cooling rack.
Letting the pound cake rest on its pan can cause overly damp and may stick to the pan.
After letting it rest on a cooling rack, place the cake inside the refrigerator for at least 5 to
10 minutes to further cool down the cake without drying. You as the baker, also has the option to
prolong the cooling to secure that when placing the icing or frosting, it will not melt.
Cakes come in different types containing different ingredients and can be classified into
Shortened or Unshortened cake. Wherein Shortened is a type of cake that is leavened
with baking powder or baking soda and unshortened cake is leavened with the beaten
egg whites.
The common mixing techniques in baking cakes are; Creaming method,
Whipping method, and Combination method
Department of Education
Division of Nueva Vizcaya
Diocese of Bayombong Educational System (DBES)
Saint Louis School, Solano, Nueva Vizcaya
____________________________________________
Name of School
---o0o---
Subject: _______________________________________
Teacher: _______________________________________
Name of Learner :
___________________________________________________________________
Grade Level & Section: _________________________________ Inclusive Dates:
_______________
Week No.: 2 Score : ______________
Written Work/s:
Activity 1:
Classify the following characteristics of a butter cake. Place each characteristic on its proper
column.
REFLECTION 1
1. Why is it important to cool baked cakes properly?
2. Supposed you were asked to bake sponge, chiffon or angel cake, how will you cool down the
baked product?
Criteria 3 2 1
ACCURACY/ The facts/information The facts/information The facts/information
CONTENT about cakes are about cakes are clearly about cakes are clearly
clearly and accurately and accurately presented presented but no
presented with with supporting supporting evidence/s
sufficient supporting evidences. presented.
evidences.
ORGANIZATION The explanation is The explanation is The explanation is not
well organized, organized, however organized and not
logically presented there are inconsistencies logically presented.
and easily
understood.
VALUE/ The information The information given The information given
IMPORTANCE given makes makes some connections makes no connections
connection to real life to real life situation. to real life situation.
situation.
REFERENCES: (Please be guided with the given references to help you perform the given
activities.
Click the given links and hyperlinks to access the suggested learning
resources.)
G. Printed:
Nieves, Grace R., (2016), TLE-TVL Series: Bread and Pastry Production,
Phoenix Publishing House., pp. 152-158
H. Online:
Dessert Toppings: Frosting, Icing, Filling and Glaze Retrieved from
www.imperialsugar.com
www.collinsdictionary.com
Life, Love and Sugar. (Nov. 29, 2018) How to frost a smooth cake with
buttercream frosting. Retrieved from
https://www.lifeloveandsugar.com/2015
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAHu89tIvJ0)
I. Offline: (Downloaded materials: soft copy pdf form, youtube, video, etc…)
J. Online links: Journals/ Articles/ YouTube/ Video clips
INTRODUCTION:
A beautifully decorated cake can add delight to special occasion. Various designs can be
made depending on preferred styles. When decorating, passion should be given so that it will be
appreciated by everyone.
Cake decorations such as icing and frosting give an appetizing, professional-look to any
cake product. No matter how delicious the cake is, if it will not be presentable, it is not saleable.
Therefore, knowing how to apply creative and unique designs to cake is important.
Frosting, icing, fillings and glazes for cakes are sweet in nature. Mixtures are usually soft
and sugar-based. It is used to coat, add flavor and enhance the appearance and texture of end
products. Generally, these mixtures are used for baked products such as cakes, pastries, and the
like. Fillings are applied before frosting, icing and glazes are applied.
Aside from sugar, frosting can also combine other ingredients such as butter, milk, water,
eggs and other flavorings that are appropriate for the mixture.
Icing can be cooked (boiled icing) or uncooked (with buttercream) and may vary its
thickness and thinness. In addition, fondant icing is also a popular kind of icing which is also
classified as poured, rolled and sculpting fondant. In preparing icing, flavors and colors can also
be added depending on the inside cake.
Adding frosting and glaze to a cake will make it smooth and keep crumbs out. Aside
from the appearance, it also serves as a protective shield enabling the preservation of its
freshness. As usual process, two layers of frosting are put on, adding a coat or a thin layer and
the final coat. After adding frosting, the cake will appear fresh and will stay for a couple of days.
The cake should be kept in a cool place especially if it contains perishable fillings.
Directions: Fill in the K-W-H-L Chart below to assess your prior knowledge and
understanding of the topic, Preparing and using fillings of cakes.
Below are the key guide questions that you should remember as you perform all the
activities in this lesson. You should be able to answer them at the end of the week.
1. What are the possible fillings that are appropriate for cakes?
2. What is the importance of adding fillings, coating and siding to a cake?
CONTENT DISCUSSION:
Cake filling is a thick mixture which is used between the layers of cake. Since there are
varieties of cake filling, identifying and using the suitable filling for a cake is important because
it brings appeal and delight to consumers. Here are some reminders when choosing a filling for a
cake:
Types of Filling
The following are the different types of filling that may be used for cakes.
1. Buttercream is a mixture of fat or butter and sugar that can be used as filling or
decorative to cake or cupcake.
3. French buttercream can also be made with butter, egg yolk and sugar syrup. This cream
is similar to Swiss buttercream except with the egg yolks. French buttercream has soft,
pale butter color because of the egg yolk.
4. Italian buttercream can be prepared with butter, egg whites, sugar syrup and white sugar.
This cream is also similar to Swiss buttercream, except for the syrup except for the syrup
that is added to whipped egg whites and sugar.
5. Swiss buttercream is made from a mixture of light corn syrup, egg whites, softened
butter and white sugar.
6. Crème chiboust is a cream used for filling cakes and sponges. This type of cream is a
mixture of Italian meringue crème patisserie. This is also a rich buttercream added to
cakes.
7. Crème patisserie is a cream that can be used for gateaux where flavors and other
ingredients can be added when necessary. Fruit fillings can also be combined with the
creams.
8. Boiled creams include custards, bavarois, winecreams chiboust. Also commonly used in
modern patisserie are poached creams like crème caramel or crème brule.
9. Chocolate can be ganache either with butter or fresh cream, flavors and/or liquor or
baked (mudcake).
10. Fresh fruits can serve as fillings, poached, as a pulp, boiled and/or thickened with pectin,
gelatin or starch.
11. Fresh and cooked cheese fillings may include sweet mixtures of cottage cheese, cream
cheese, ricotta, mascarpone and quark.
12. Fresh cream and/or imitation cream-based are used for filling cakes to stabilize with
agar-agar.
13. Marzipan and nougat are filling made of marzipan paste may be used by itself or with
the addition of liquors and/or other flavors.
In making fillings for cake, moisture level should be guarded. It should not emerge into
the
cream or disrupt the cream filling stability. Cake can be filled with variety of filling but needs
proper selection of the type of cake, cake flavor and texture.
VS.
Dessert Toppings
Frosting, icing, fillings and glazes are sweet in nature. These mixtures are usually soft
and sugar-based. These mixtures are used to coat, add flavor and enhance the appearance and
texture of the end products.
1. Icing - a sweet and sugar-based mixture of
confectioners powdered sugar and liquid used to
coat or fill baked products. Icing can be cooked
or uncooked and may vary in its consistency.
3. Glaze - a mixture of sugar and liquid thin enough to be poured – about the consistency of
corn-syrup. Glazes are used to coat fruit cakes, cupcakes and pieces of cake which are to
be used for tea cakes or petit fours.
4. Frosting - a thick and opaque mixture used for topping and covering the outside (and
sometimes filling the inside) of cakes. It has a creamy texture and tastes more like butter.
2. Star Tip – gives loose waves to small ridges. Open and closed star tips create lightly textured
ruffles when swirled continuously.
3. Drop Flower Tip – gives impressive flower designs. It gives more swirl finish, producing
either ruffled or clean edges depending on the
size.
Filling a Pastry Bag
There are different ways on how to use and fill icing in a pastry bag. Some cake decorators use a
reusable piping bag, while others prefer plastic or releasable bag. Some cake decorators use
coupler, while others do not. The important thing to remember is to use a pastry bag you are
most comfortable with.
Cake filling is a thick mixture which is used between the layers of cake. Since there are
varieties of cake filling, identifying and using the suitable filling for a cake is important
because it brings appeal and delight to consumers.
Adding frosting and glaze to a cake will make it smooth and keep crumbs out. Aside
from the appearance, it also serves as a protective shield enabling the preservation of its
freshness.
The three most basic piping tips are round, star and drop flowers.
Department of Education
Division of Nueva Vizcaya
Diocese of Bayombong Educational System (DBES)
Saint Louis School, Solano, Nueva Vizcaya
____________________________________________
Name of School
---o0o---
Subject: _______________________________________
Teacher: _______________________________________
Name of Learner :
___________________________________________________________________
Grade Level & Section: _________________________________ Inclusive Dates:
_______________
Week No.: 3 Score : ______________
Written Work/s:
Activity 1:
Give your insight about the following reminders when choosing fillings for cakes. Give
examples if you may.
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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2. Consider the occasion where the cake will be used. If it is consumed during summer, choose
a filling that is not sensitive to warm temperature.
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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a. Using the most available materials at home, make your own improvised piping bag.
b. Document yourself doing the piping bag by making a flow chart with photo and proper
captions of the steps taken.
c. Your flowchart should be put in a short bond paper with the title, “How to Make a Pastry
Bag”
NOTE: Put your piping bag into safekeeping in preparation for your succeeding activity.
RUBRIC:
RESOURCEFULNESS- 50%
CONTENT- 30%
CREATIVITY – 20%
K. Printed:
Nieves, Grace R., (2016), TLE-TVL Series: Bread and Pastry Production,
Phoenix Publishing House., pp. 152-158
L. Online:
Dessert Toppings: Frosting, Icing, Filling and Glaze Retrieved from
www.imperialsugar.com
www.collinsdictionary.com
Life, Love and Sugar. (Nov. 29, 2018) How to frost a smooth cake with
buttercream frosting. Retrieved from
https://www.lifeloveandsugar.com/2015
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAHu89tIvJ0)
M. Offline: (Downloaded materials: soft copy pdf form, youtube, video, etc…)
N. Online links: Journals/ Articles/ YouTube/ Video clips
INTRODUCTION:
A person who design, decorate and embellish cakes is called cake decorator. Cake
decorating is an art that uses icing, frosting, or any other edible decorative to make the cake more
attractive. It can be done by both beginners and experts. Decorated cakes are prominent in any
events such as birthday, wedding, banquets, among others. That is why cake decorators should
be very creative and have manual dexterity.
Much effort should be given when choosing a filling for assembly. Following proper
process will make every cake appealing to the customer.
Directions: Fill in the K-W-H-L Chart below to assess your prior knowledge and
understanding of the topic, Decorating cakes.
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Below are the key guide questions that you should remember as you perform all the
activities in this lesson. You should be able to answer them at the end of the week.
1. What are the different base cake that a baker can use?
2. What is the importance of decorating your cake?
SHORT EXERCISES/DRILLS:
SHORT ESSAY. Explain why does cake design must be suitable in the theme of the occasion.
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CONTENT DISCUSSION:
Mise en place is a French term that means putting everything in place. Bakers should
definitely practice mise en place before baking anything to efficiently maximize their time in
preparation, baking, and clean up.
Torting a Cake
Base cake
- refers to the cake used in forming a layered cake using the fillings with coating and
icing.
The following are the different base cake that a baker may use:
4. Dacquoise
(French: [dakwaz])– a dessert cake
made of meringue base and top with
flavored cream in between on a buttery
biscuit base. It can be made with
coconut instead of nuts.
Much effort should be given when choosing a filling for assembly. Following proper
process will make every cake appealing to the customer. Below are the steps to follow in
assembling cake using filling in between every layer.
1. Make sure that the cake layers are completely cool prior to assembly.
2. Trim the ragged edges for round cake if needed.
4. Using a spatula, fill the top portion of the first layer of the cake and ensure that the edges
of the cake are from any lumps. Use exact amount of filling.
5. Put the next layer on top of the other and make sure that it is leveled.
Cake Decorations
The following may be applied to the outside of the cake.
1. Nuts (ground, sliced or whole). These will add textual adversity and appeal to the
product.
2. Candied fruits. These can also be used as decorative item and will enhance the color of
the product.
3. Nonpareils. These are colored sugar candy that can be used to cover the side of cake or
even applied on top. These sugars add visual appeal to the cake.
(happy rainbow cake) (homemade funfetti layered cake) (rainbow nonpareil wedding
cake)
4. Chocolate decors. Using chocolate as decorations include strips, curls, and shapes that
can be formed to produce decoration. These can be placed on top or at the sides of the
cake.
(chocolate explosion cake) (Oreo drip cake) (chocolate cage cake)
Decorating a cake always starts with planning, preparing, decorating and finishing. The
primary thing to consider is the occasion the cake will be used and what flavor is requested and
appropriate.
1. Cake placed on the turntable should be cool. Avoid decorating cakes that are still hot.
3. Flatten the cake by placing a plate on top of it and gently pushing the plate down easily.
4. Place the parchment paper on the pan before baking to ensure that the cake will be
removed from the pan easily.
5. Prior to designing the cake with icing or frosting, outline the surface with a toothpick.
Procedure in Covering Cake with Icing
1. Prepare the materials. The common tools needed are featherweight pastry bags, a set of
decorating tips, couplers, offset spatula, and basic food colorings.
2. Place the bottom layer of the cake top down on a turntable to flatten the surface.
3. Place the 1/3 of the frosting (or depending on what is written on the recipe) and put it in
the middle of the bottom cake layer.
5. Push the frosting from the middle outwards. Then lift the spatula and begin again in the
middle, going out in each direction.
6. Place the second layer top side up, if there is any. Do the same steps from 3 to 5.
7. Smoothen the sides of the cake using icing smoother. Hold and turn the turntable while
holding and scraping the icing smoother. Be sure to hold the icing smoother as straight as
possible. If there is no icing smoother available, use an offset spatula.
9. Continue working with the gaps and continue smoothing the sides of the cake.
10. To work with the top edge corners of the cake, use an icing smoother or offset spatula.
Pull the icing in towards the middle of the cake, making the corner level with the top of
the cake. The excess icing is helpful in filling any unevenness on top corners.
11. Use paper towel to finish smoothing imperfections. Place the paper towel on the cake,
smoothest side down, and rub in small circular motions with the fondant smoother to
smooth out the icing or frosting. Press firmly and evenly, but not hard.
12. Do the same procedure with the sides of the cake.
Frosting a Cake
The following are simple designs that may be done using a fork, spoon, and knife.
1. Peaks
- Using a tablespoon or teaspoon, gently press the flat side into the frosting and
pull straight up forming a peak. Do this process until the entire cake id
decorated with peaks.
2. Zigzags
- Using a table fork, run the tines over the cake and the side of the cake creating
a wavy motion.
3. Waves
4. Stripes
- Using a knife, run the side of the knife starting on the edges to the center
of the cake. Repeat until the surface is covered.
1. What are the different base cake that a baker can use?
Sponge cake
Butter cake
Japonaise
Dacquoise
Product consistency is very important when decorating a cake in order to yield the same
impact from the end consumer. Product consistency means producing the same quality
over the period of time by having a standardized recipe and procedures.
Decorating a cake always starts with planning, preparing, decorating and finishing. The
primary thing to consider is the occasion the cake will be used and what flavor is
requested and appropriate.
Department of Education
Division of Nueva Vizcaya
Diocese of Bayombong Educational System (DBES)
Saint Louis School, Solano, Nueva Vizcaya
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Name of School
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Subject: _______________________________________
Teacher: _______________________________________
Name of Learner :
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Grade Level & Section: _________________________________ Inclusive Dates:
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Week No.: 4 Score : ______________
Written Work/s:
Activity 1:
Modified True of False. Write True on the line if the statement is correct. If not, change the
underlined words to make the sentence correct.
___________ 6. Make sure that the cake layers are partially cooled prior to assembly.
___________ 10. Japonaise are colored sugar candy that can be used to decorate cakes.
B. Place it on a short bond paper with your name and section. Use available art materials
applicable for your choice of design. (50 PTS)
C. On a second sheet of bond paper fill in the following information that will help explain
your choice of design.
1. Theme of the occasion. How does your cake design suit in the theme of the occasion?
3. What inspired you with such cake design? Explain the details of your cake
decoration.
Criteria 3 2 1
ACCURACY/ The facts/information The facts/information The facts/information
CONTENT about cakes are clearly about cakes are clearly and about cakes are clearly
and accurately accurately presented with presented but no
presented with supporting evidences. supporting evidence/s
sufficient supporting presented.
evidences.
ORGANIZATION The explanation is well The explanation is The explanation is not
organized, logically organized, however there organized and not
presented and easily are inconsistencies logically presented.
understood.
VALUE/ The information given The information given The information given
IMPORTANCE makes connection to makes some connections makes no connections to
real life situation. to real life situation. real life situation.
O. Printed:
Nieves, Grace R., (2016), TLE-TVL Series: Bread and Pastry Production,
Phoenix Publishing House., pp. 152-158
P. Online:
Dessert Toppings: Frosting, Icing, Filling and Glaze Retrieved from
www.imperialsugar.com
www.collinsdictionary.com
Life, Love and Sugar. (Nov. 29, 2018) How to frost a smooth cake with
buttercream frosting. Retrieved from
https://www.lifeloveandsugar.com/2015
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAHu89tIvJ0)
Q. Offline: (Downloaded materials: soft copy pdf form, youtube, video, etc…)
R. Online links: Journals/ Articles/ YouTube/ Video clips
INTRODUCTION:
Plating is essentially important in marketing baked products because customers eat with their
eyes first. It means that cake products should be well-presented, lusciously pleasing and
mouthwatering. Plating desserts is not as simple as drizzling or piping some icings or frostings.
Like painters, pastry chefs artistically plan how to plate their dessert in such a way that their
desserts are as good as they taste.
Plated dessert presentations are commonly seen in any food establishments such as dessert
cafe. This is not usually practiced by home bakers since it consumes a lot of time, effort, and
dedication. Marketing wise, if business owners wanted to generate an increase in sales, it is best
to perfect how to present and display cake products.
Directions: Fill in the K-W-H-L Chart below to assess your prior knowledge and
understanding of the topic, presenting cakes.
Below are the key guide questions that you should remember as you perform all the
activities in this lesson. You should be able to answer them at the end of the week.
1. What are the components in plating?
2. What are the characteristics of a good cake?
3. What is the proper cutting portion of cakes according to shape and size?
CONTENT DISCUSSION:
There are two ways of displaying cakes in food establishments, either it is displayed in a
fridge or displayed in a buffet table. The following are the key points that should be considered
in presenting cakes.
2. Seasonal products. Consider the event of the month whether it is Valentine's Day, Christmas
holidays, summer month, among others.
4. Proportions. Display cakes according to size and completeness. Never allow the display of
cake with only one slice remains.
5. Accessory. Cakes should have a cake board to serve as an under liner for the cake. It should be
at least a bit bigger than the actual cake. Doily can also be used in enhancing visual presentation
of the cakes.
These key pointers should be taken into consideration in order to have a successful product
presentation that will help business owners to generate further income.
Techniques applied for plating dessert can be applied to all sweet cakes as well as pastries.
Below are the components of a plated cake.
1. Main item is the cake itself. Remember to be consistent with cake serving sizes. Usually, it is
being placed in the center of the plate but should not be served in a large size especially if it is
for single serving only. Also, if the cake is too tall, it is better to lay it on the side of the plate.
2. Sauce gives an extra moisture appearance to the served dessert especially dried dessert. Use
sauce up to two kinds in a plate.
3. Crunch component gives a contrasting texture and enhances the dessert being served.
4. Garnishing is known to be the final components of a dessert and will complete the total
appearance of the product. Add a focal point element in plating the cake where it draws the eyes
of the customers. However, avoid over designing the dessert plate with garnishes, it will ruin the
dessert.
5. Texture gives smoothness, creaminess, frothiness, crispiness, and many more. It adds visual
appeal and enjoyment in eating. Pastry chef gives contrast to their cake presentation by
incorporating different textures.
6. Temperature contrast means placing a hot or cold item to a cake. A cold dessert such as scoop
of ice cream or warm sauce such as caramel sauce can be placed to add richness in flavor, color,
and presentation to the cake.
7. Form and color have something to do with plates. Square plates are much popular these days
since it creates an excellent shape contrast. Plates should complement the cake and should have
uniquely fun textures and designs. Moreover, the more creative in mixing and matching colors,
the better. Colors bring an appetizing look to cakes.
Another important factor that a bakery or pastry owner needs to consider is how to
maintain the freshness and quality of the products. The following are some of the characteristics
of a well-baked cake.
1. It must be moist enough but not wet. Cake should not be hard and crumbling.
4. It must have the right odor. If it is chocolate, it should smell like chocolate.
Usually has a Shortened cake Has a delicate, Shortened cake Icing is firm
rounded top, can be handled sweet flavor has soft, and does not
no cracks easily, yet velvety crumb melt
breaks apart Well-blended
Uniform color without Even grain Stable icing
throughout difficulty and decorative
crust and Small, thin- item
crumb, thin Seems to melt walled air cells
crust in your mouth,
offers no Free of tunnels
High volume resistance
when bitten Moist, smooth
mouthfeel
Not sticky
There are several factors that generally produce wastage in any food establishments.
1. Machinery malfunction. Once the oven did not run or temperature in the oven is inaccurate,
chances are, the product quality will be reduced.
2. Inefficiency. Since baked products such as cakes are very sensitive, over baked or under
baked products results to a poor-quality production.
3. Unequal distribution. If the sizes of the sliced cakes are inconsistent in proportion, customers
might complain about it and prefer to select the larger slice of cakes.
4. Expiration date. All cake products have best-before dates. Owners of food establishments
should sell their products before the expiration date or else, they will loss profit.
5. Cancellation of order. There are times that customers tend to cancel their orders, this is
inevitable. A wise owner will make a way to sell the cancelled product to other customers.
Every business owner should have a standard operating procedure established to reduce
and avoid wastage of baked products. The focus of this lesson is to ensure that wastage will be
avoided. Cutting tools should be readily available to ensure that the slicing of cakes is evenly
divided depending on its shape and size.
Slicing a cake especially for commercial purposes is very essential to ensure that wastage
will be avoided. Cutting tools should be provided as well as the tool that will evenly divide cake
depending on the shape and size.
When using a knife to cut slices, mark the surface for the number of pieces required by
marking cuts directly through the middle of the cake. A cake divider greatly helps when learning
how to mark even number of portions.
If a soft icing, cream, or chocolate coating is used, it may be necessary to pre-cut the sides
using a knife dipped in hot water to cut through the hard crust and to prevent the soft icing or
cream from being flattened.
Cut through the cake carefully ensuring that you submerge the blade of your knife
(preferably a long thin blade) in hot water (in a tall jug or tin), then dry the warmed blade
between each cut. It is important to cut with even motion and pressure (not to tear and squash)
and to hold the blade very straight to prevent cutting in an angle.
Use a moistened cloth or some paper towel to clean the blade from any sticky fillings or
glazes before the next cut.
Accuracy in cutting cakes is necessary in any food establishments. People who are not
trained to cut a cake tend to cut slices that are inconsistent in proportion.
Number of slices
Size of Cake (No. of inches)
Square Round
10 50 40
12 72 60
14 98 80
16 128 100
18 162 150
The best way to avoid being blamed for other people's cake cutting mistakes is to provide
customers with cake cutting instructions together with the cake. The following points are tips in
cutting cakes.
For larger cakes, it is best to have two people to slice complex cakes. One will do the
cutting and the other will distribute the cake slices.
For every few slices, wipe the knife with a clean damp towel. This should be done to
avoid having sticky knife, which can destroy the shape of the cake.
For larger cakes with tiers and separators, have enough room to rest all inedible
equipment.
Round Cake
Before sinking the knife in the cake, slightly mark where you intend to cut it. This is to ensure
that you are slicing the right serving sizes. In cutting a 12" round cake (to be cut in 3 concentric
circles), use the tip of your knife to mark the center of the cake, the border of the inner circle,
and the border of the middle circle. The outer circle will provide 32 servings. You should mark a
quarter of this at a time (as each quarter will provide 8 servings it will therefore be easier to
judge this smaller size by eye). Start cutting from the outer circle making sure that the slices are
no longer than 2".
60 servings
Square Cake
2. If the cake is small, the tip of the knife is enough to leave the markings. If the cake is
large, make small markings at 2” intervals on 2 opposite sides of the cake.
3. Mark a line by stretching a thread the entire length of the cake and lowering it on the
surface of the cake until it leaves a faint line between the two predefined points.
4. Proceed to slice across 2” of the edge of the cake and then cut the 2” stripe at 1” intervals
so that a serving will measure 1” by 1” by the depth of the cake.
Each cut must be the same size for the purposes of presentation and portion control. Cakes
can sometime be semi-frozen for easier portioning. The knife must be sharp in order not to
flatten the cake and to keep the decorations from being damaged between cuts.
REVISED KNOWLEDGE: Actual answer to the process questions/ focus questions
3. What is the proper cutting portion of cakes according to shape and size?
Number of slices
Size of Cake (No. of inches)
Square Round
10 50 40
12 72 60
14 98 80
16 128 100
18 162 150
cake presentation – the artistic way of presenting and displaying cake products
maintain product freshness – sustain the good appearance of cake product from the
time it was made
moistened – a well-prepared, presented, and maintained decorated cake that is not dry
and wet
Department of Education
Division of Nueva Vizcaya
Diocese of Bayombong Educational System (DBES)
Saint Louis School, Solano, Nueva Vizcaya
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Name of School
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Subject: _______________________________________
Teacher: _______________________________________
Name of Learner :
___________________________________________________________________
Grade Level & Section: _________________________________ Inclusive Dates:
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Week No.: 5 Score : ______________
Written Work/s:
Activity 1:
A. Given the following pointers, how do these factors affect in cake product presentation? Give
concrete examples or scenario to support your answer.
a. Presentation
b. Seasonal products
c. Organized
d. Proportions
e. Accessory
REFLECTION: Suppose that you are a bakeshop owner, how would you promote the
salability of your cake products?
Criteria 5 4 3 2 1
The idea presented Ideas are organized, The explanation is The ideas presented The output is
are well organized, meaningful and somehow are valid but not poor.
very meaningful and relevant to the topic. meaningful and meaningful and
Content/
relevant to the topic. relevant to the topic organized.
Organization
but not presented in
an organized
manner.
A. Using an old cardboard (karton), cut a 12-inch circle and mark the cutting portion for a 12-
inch round cake. You can use pencil on the initial markings, then use marker (pentel pen) for
the final marks. Number the slices (portions) made.
B. Following the same instructions in Letter A, show the cutting portion for a
12-inch rectangular cake.
1 1
Example: 9 0 2
8 3
Round cake cutting portion based on a 1 x 2 inch serving.
7 4
CRITERIA STANDARDS 6 5
4 3 2 1
Content
Organization
Relevance
Originality
REFERENCES: (Please be guided with the given references to help you perform the given
activities.
Click the given links and hyperlinks to access the suggested learning
resources.)
S. Printed:
Nieves, Grace R., (2016), TLE-TVL Series: Bread and Pastry Production,
Phoenix Publishing House., pp. 152-158
T. Online:
Dessert Toppings: Frosting, Icing, Filling and Glaze Retrieved from
www.imperialsugar.com
www.collinsdictionary.com
Life, Love and Sugar. (Nov. 29, 2018) How to frost a smooth cake with
buttercream frosting. Retrieved from
https://www.lifeloveandsugar.com/2015
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAHu89tIvJ0)
U. Offline: (Downloaded materials: soft copy pdf form, youtube, video, etc…)
V. Online links: Journals/ Articles/ YouTube/ Video clips
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TOPIC: STORING CAKES
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INTRODUCTION:
It is important to know how to store a cake properly. A decorated cake will require care
on how it is stored so that the frosting design will not be disturbed. Whereas, an undecorated
cake must be stored properly to maintain freshness. If the cake is frozen for storing. it is
important to thaw it properly.
Below is the key guide questions that you should remember as you perform all the activities in this
lesson. You should be able to answer them at the end of the week.
CONTENT DISCUSSION:
2 Tightly wrap the cake using a plastic wrap and then, wrap again using foil before
placing it inside the freezer.
In thawing an undecorated cake, simply remove it from the foil covering and allow to cool
at room temperature. The thawing might take two to three hours. Then when the cake is at room
temperature, remove the plastic wrap. The baker may start decorating and frosting the cake.
3. If the decorated cake has a fluffy frosting, insert a knife or spoon in between and under
the edge of the cover to allow some air flow. If this decorated cake is placed in an air-
tight container, moisture build up or melting of frosting may occur.
1. When placing the frosted cake in the freezer, there is no need to wrap it w foil of
plastic wrap. Frosted cake should be placed in a solid flat surface such as cookie sheet,
cake board, or cutting board.
2. Freeze the frosted cake until its frosting and decorations are frozen hard.
3. Once the frosted cake is frozen hard, remove it from the freezer. Wrap using a plastic
wrap. Make sure that the plastic will not stick to the frosted cake.
4. After covering the frosted cake with plastic wrap, wrap it again using the foil.
6. Place the frosted wrapped cake inside the freezer as soon as possible
1. Once the cake is removed from the freezer, remove the foil and plastic wrap
immediately to avoid the wrap from sticking into the frosting.
2. Place the frosted cake inside the refrigerator to prevent condensation. If condensation
occurs, it will ruin the frosting and it can cause colors to run.
3. After thawing, remove the cake in the refrigerator and allow it to settle at room
temperature at least two hours before serving.
Storing Cake
To store a cake properly, consider the type of cake, frosting, and filling being used.
1. Cool room placement. Delicate products need to be stored in an area where the
possibility of damage is minimized.
2 Length of time in cool storage. Fresh products have different shell life. Cake maybe
considered unsalable or inconsumable food.
a. Unsalable food. Purchasers have the right to be able to purchase food that will
last a certain period of time past the time of purchase. This will vary from food
product to food product.
b. Inconsumable food. Food that is not fit for human consumption. This food should
not be sold.
3. Freezer temperature. Long term storage must be at-18°C or less. Storage of ice cream
for service can be at-10°C.
4. Length of time in freezer storage. Time in the freezer will vary. Patisserie products like
gateaux and tortes should only be in the freezer for weekly periods. Freezing will have a
drying effect on products. The longer the product is in frozen state the more likely quality
will diminish. Freezer space is also expensive, so the longer it is in the freezer, the more
it has cost to produce.
5. Staling. All bakery products will stale. Staling is the process where the optimum eating
fades, Staling can be in several forms:
a. Air passes through the product and dries the product out.
b. Moisture from the air enters the product so it loses some of the eating quality, crisp
product goes soft.
To maintain the eating quality of bakery items, consume it as soon as possible, store the
cake correctly, keep it chilled, and keep it dry.
Controlled storage is a term that covers, chilled, enclosed spaces, and room temperature
areas. Temperature is generally controlled to maintain freshness and quality appearance of the
cake products.
Most gateaux will need to be chilled because of the nature of the ingredients. All food
cool rooms must operate below 4°C. Some tortes do not need to be chilled and should not be
chilled because chilling will spoil the flavor of the product.
2. Appropriate containers
Placing gateaux and tortes into boxes when sold is the best way of ensuring that the
product travels to the place on consumption intact. When applying decorations, packages sizes
need to be taken into consideration.
3. Labelling
Labelling is required in the modern world. Labelling must be adhered to the outside
packages. It informs the customer and protects the manufacturer against unfounded complaints.
Cake storage requirement charts will help you determine the type of storage required for
different types of cake, frosting types, and fillings. The information below will help you learn
how to store cakes to keep them fresh and beautiful.
1. Store when completely cooled. Cakes with frostings or fillings containing dairy
products should be refrigerated.
2. Store under cake cover or large bowl. If a cake has a fluffy cooked frosting, insert a
knife handle under an edge of the cake cover so it will not be airtight. The frosting can be
totally absorbed by the cake when stored in an airtight container. If you do not have a
cake cover, cakes with creamy frostings can also be covered lightly with foil, plastic
wrap, or waxed paper. To keep the frosting from sticking to the protective covering,
insert several toothpicks
halfway into the cake around the edges and in the center to support the covering.
3. Freeze unfrosted cakes. For unfrosted butter cakes, cool completely, wrap in heavy-
duty foil, and freeze. Foam cakes may be frozen in the pan to prevent crushing. Cover
tightly and freeze. Unfrosted cakes may be stored in the freezer up to 6 months.
4. Freeze cakes with buttercream frosting. Frosted cakes can be frozen in a tightly
covered plastic container, or place the cake in the freezer until frosting is frozen. Then
wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil and freeze up to 3 months. Cooked, boiled, or fruit
frostings and fillings do not freeze as well. Place layer cakes in a box or cake container to
prevent crushing, then wrap the box in foil or plastic wrap before freezing. Foam cakes
may be filled or frosted with whipped cream or whipped topping before freezing. Frosted
cakes may be stored in the freezer up to 3 months.
5. Thaw cakes at room temperature. Thaw unfrosted cakes covered and frosted cakes
loosely covered for 2 to 3 hours at room temperature.
According to www.recipetips.com, the following are the storage temperature for cake.
Angel Food Cake Be sure to cover tightly but do not refrigerate. If you do not
have a cake keeper, cover the cake with a large inverted bowl or
Storage: Room Temperature store in a large airtight container. Store at room temperature for
approximately 5 days. Freeze for longer storage up to 2 months.
Pound Cake Be sure to cover tightly but do not refrigerate. Wrap airtight in
plastic wrap or in fail unless the recipe indicates differently.
Storage: Room Temperature Store at room temperature for approximately 5 days. Freeze for
longer storage up to 3 months.
Sponge Cake Be sure to cover tightly but do not refrigerate. If you do not
have a cake keeper, cover the cake with a large inverted bowl or
Storage: Room Temperature store in a large airtight container. Store at room temperature for
approximately 1 week. Freeze for longer storage up to 2
months.
Note: The information above pertains to cakes that are unfrosted and without any type of filling.
Avoid storing a cake in the refrigerator whenever possible because refrigeration causes the cake to
dry out faster and can affect its flavor. When adding frosting or a filling, the cake may require
refrigeration if it contains perishable ingredients, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, meringue type
topping, eggs, or custard.
Boiled Icing
Be sure to cover tightly but do not refrigerate. If it is not stored
airtight, it will begin to set. Once a cake has been frosted with boiled
Storage: Room Temperature
icing it can be stored at room temperature. Freezing is not
recommended.
Buttercream Frosting
Buttercream can be stored, refrigerated, in an airtight container for
Storage: Room Temperature up to 2 weeks before using. Remove it from the refrigerator at least
an hour before using so it will warm to room temperature. It can
also be frozen for extended storage.
A decorated cake with buttercream frosting can be stored at room
temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to refrigerate a decorated
cake, place it in the refrigerator unwrapped until the frosting hardens
slightly. It can then be loosely covered with plastic. Buttercream
frosting can be frozen.
Cream Cheese Frosting Cream cheese frosting can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2
weeks before using. Cakes frosted with cream cheese frosting must
Storage: Refrigerated be stored in the refrigerator. The frosting will firm up when chilled
but will soften quickly when it sits at room temperature. Cream
cheese frosting can be frozen.
Many dusting ingredients are shelf stable items that should be stored
Dusting accordingly. When applied to the cake, storage time should be
followed as to what is appropriate for the type of cake. When using
Storage: Room Temperature powdered sugar for dusting, it is a good idea to wait to dust the cake
just before serving because the cake can absorb the sugar, especially
if it is a moist cake.
Fresh fruit can also be added as a topping to the cake. A cake with
fresh fruit topping should only be assembled within a few hours of
eating it. The fruit continues to ripen even when refrigerated and its
Fresh Fruit Topping
juices will begin to soak into the cake. If the cake has a cooked fruit
topping that does not contain eggs, it can be stored at room
Storage: Refrigerated
temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for longer storage. If the
cake is going to be frozen, it is best to wait until the cake is thawed
and then add the fresh fruit topping just before it is going to be
served.
If a glaze will set at room temperature for a while before being used,
it should be kept loosely covered and if it begins to thicken set it in a
pan of warm water to help loosen. A glaze can be frozen but its
Glaze and Syrup
sheen will not be the same and it will need to be reheated. A cake
with a glaze or syrup coating should not have to be refrigerated
Storage: Room Temperature
unless the cake has a filling that requires refrigeration. Allow the
glaze to cool and harden completely before covering the cake for
storing.
Meringue-Style Frosting Does not store well, deflates easily. Recommended to prepare close
to when it is to be used. If storing, it needs to be refrigerated.
Storage: Room Temperature
Custard Filling The custard filling can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3
days but it is best when used the day it is made. A custard type
Storage: Refrigerated filling should not be frozen.
Fresh fruit can also be added in between the layers of the cake
but this type of cakes should only be assembled within a few
hours of eating it. The fruit continues to ripen even when
Fresh Fruit Filling refrigerated and its juices will begin to soak into the cake. If the
cake has a cooked fruit feeling that does no contain eggs, it can
Storage: Refrigerated be stored at a room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for
longer storage. It is recommended to not freeze a cake with
fresh fruit filling because the fruit may become watering when
thawed.
Frosting Cakes with frosting fillings can be stored according to the type
of frosting being used.
Storage: Room Temperature/
Refrigerated
Whipped Cream A cake with whipped cream filling should be refrigerated and
served the same day that it is made.
Storage: Refrigerated
Glazes and Syrups The cake can be stored at room temperature when the filling is a
glaze or syrup unless the cake or frosting requires refrigeration.
Storage: Room Temperature
Department of Education
Division of Nueva Vizcaya
Diocese of Bayombong Educational System (DBES)
Saint Louis School, Solano, Nueva Vizcaya
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Name of School
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Subject: _______________________________________
Teacher: _______________________________________
Name of Learner :
___________________________________________________________________
Grade Level & Section : _________________________________ Inclusive Dates :
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Week No.: __________ Score :
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Written Work/s:
A. Identify what is described on the following statements, Write your answer on the line.
___________________ 1. All cake products should be stored and bear this mark of information
regarding the product.
___________________ 3. If the gateau has reached its frozen condition, this process
should be done properly.
___________________ 4. This material can be used for making container for gateau and torte.
B.Fill in the table by writing the complete storage information of the given product.
1. Sponge Cake
2. Boiled Icing
3. Cream
Cheese
Frosting
4. Ganache
5. Whipped
Cream
6. Angel Food
Cake
7. Fresh Fruit
Toppings
8. Pound Cake
9. Meringue-
Style
Frosting
10. Buttercream
Frosting
Scoring rubrics:
Criteria 10 5
Content The facts/information are very The facts/information are
clearly and accurately clearly presented.
presented.
Organization The ideas are well organized, The ideas are organized,
and easily understood. however there are
inconsistencies in the
information given.