Stack Square Cakes?

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whtrbbt420 Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 6:27pm
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I bought the wilton 3 tier square cake set (16", 12", 8") but I can't find square cake plates in those sizes to stack them (I realize I only need the 12 and 8" to be plated) they aren't going to need pillars, just stacked on top of one another but I'm sure they need some kind of support. Am I going about this correctly? I've never done this size cake before I just don't want to stack them and have a blow out. Can anyone help me? I attached a pic of the cake I'm trying to do
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CranberryClo Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 6:32pm
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If you have a cardboard box lying around, you can easily measure or trace the pan and cut your own. I do this and just cover it with contact if it isn't a brand new box. I know several people who buy the big boxes from U-Haul and use those without covering them as they are brand new.

I would think you definitely need the boards.

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edencakes Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 6:35pm
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You need boards, but you don't need the plates. When I stack cakes I just use cardboard cake boards (or cardboard cut to size and covered with contact paper, as CranberryClo suggested). Just make sure you dowel the lower layers.

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edencakes Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 6:36pm
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btw, your avatar's hilarious (I work for Starbucks)

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whtrbbt420 Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 6:38pm
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btw, your avatar's hilarious (I work for Starbucks)




I am a slave to starbucks LOL. I just can't stay away. icon_lol.gif

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Randa_000 Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 6:41pm
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mee too...Starbucks is awesome!

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whtrbbt420 Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 6:42pm
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I just can't express how big of a help this site and it's members have been to me. You all are awsome incredibly kind, curtious and helpfull.

Thank you Cranberryclo and Edencakes for your quick responses. Not only did you answer my question, but you saved me money in the process LOL

I am always afraid I'm going to sound stupid with my newbie questions but None of you have ever made me feel that way.

Thank you again guys!

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traci Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 6:42pm
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I always purchase a full sheet board from my local box store and cut my own. Some box stores will even cut them for you if you ask. If you do not have a box store that carries bakery supplies...you could also use regular cardboard moving boxes. Just make sure you cover them with some kind of contact paper. icon_smile.gif

By the way...I love that chocolate square cake...so pretty. icon_razz.gif

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edencakes Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 6:57pm
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whtrbbt420: the only stupid questions are the ones left unasked! That's what we're here for, to help each other... don't be surprised if I need help from you soon, too!

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MelC Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 7:49pm
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One note about using cardboard ...

Even if it's a "NEW" box, you should cover it. Trust me, I've been in corro manufacturing plants as well as carton assembling plants (not food processing ones, just general cartons) ... YOU DON'T WANT THIS CARDBOARD TOUCHNG YOUR FOOD!

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gibson Posted 21 Nov 2005 , 8:01pm
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MelC

I was just thinking that!
I had to buy some boxes from UHaul and they were kept outside in a storage shed with the doors wide open. Who knows what critters are going in there??? for that matter critters get into a lot of buildings!!!! I once saw a squirrel running around our Walmart....lots of food for the little guy to eat! yuck!

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SquirrellyCakes Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 4:06am
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MelC

I was just thinking that!
I had to buy some boxes from UHaul and they were kept outside in a storage shed with the doors wide open. Who knows what critters are going in there??? for that matter critters get into a lot of buildings!!!! I once saw a squirrel running around our Walmart....lots of food for the little guy to eat! yuck!



Hey, watch those squirrel comments, haha! We are very clean!
Hugs Squirrelly Cakes

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gibson Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 4:19am
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Hahahaha!

Sorry Squirrelly!! I like you critters from a distance LOL!!!!!

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cindycakes2 Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 4:25am
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Another really great reason to cover your cardboard in contact paper....it keeps the cardboard from absorbing grease from your icing. If the cardboard wasn't covered, it would absorb the grease and get weak, possibly causing the cake to lean or fall, depending on the design.

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SquirrellyCakes Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 4:28am
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Hahahaha!

Sorry Squirrelly!! I like you critters from a distance LOL!!!!!



Well ok, I will forgive you this time and call off the "Squirrel Mafia from a Walmarts near you"!, haha!
Hugs Squirrelly

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beany Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 5:05am
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Just wanted to say that's a beautiful cake!

Sorry I can't help with the boards though.......

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gilson6 Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 12:26pm
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I just posted the answer to your cake plates then I found your post. I just ordered and received square cake plates from a website:

www.cakesnthings.com

I got the 7" for $2.00 and the 9" for $3.99. Very fast delivery!!! I ordered last Friday and received them on Monday. thumbs_up.gif

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dodibug Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 6:21pm
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When you get ready to stack, dust the layer below with powdered sugar or coconut, etc so the icing doesn't stick to the layer above!

dori

p.s.-gilson6-I love that site. they have just the candy molds I have been looking for! Thanks!

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SquirrellyCakes Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 6:35pm
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And also, a piece of parchment paper cut to fit the bottom of the cake board truly eliminates any sticking when using a crusting icing.
Hugs Squirrelly

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Cake_Princess Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 10:03pm
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And also, a piece of parchment paper cut to fit the bottom of the cake board truly eliminates any sticking when using a crusting icing.
Hugs Squirrelly





Good idea especially if you are allergic to coconut or just plain dont like it.

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SquirrellyCakes Posted 22 Nov 2005 , 10:41pm
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Heehee, that would be me!
Hugs Squirrelly

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dodibug Posted 23 Nov 2005 , 1:05am
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Me too! I can't stand coconut! My friend raved about his grandma's italian creme cake-dummy me didn't know it had coconut in it, took a big bite and just had to smile icon_eek.gif

Ahhh, live and learn...

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MariaLovesCakes Posted 23 Nov 2005 , 1:10am
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I have to do one that is 12 x 2 square and 8 x 2 square and had to buy two 1/2 sheet cake board sizes because they didn't have square ones. I am just going to cut them to the size of the squares to put them in between the two layers....

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DanielleTanton Posted 23 Nov 2005 , 12:03pm
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Thank you guys! I didn't even ask the question, but I am doing my first stacked cake today, and I was wondering what you covered the cardboard with... It had been driving me crazy - I don't know why I couldn't come up with contact paper on my own!!! Thank you!!!!

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dodibug Posted 23 Nov 2005 , 12:25pm
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Make sure you dowel your layers really well! You may already know that but since you said it was your first stacked just thought I'd throw that in just in case!! Good luck and don't forget to post a pic!

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DanielleTanton Posted 23 Nov 2005 , 12:37pm
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Thanks dodibug! I will definitely post my picture. I have been wanting to make a stacked cake for months.... but with no reason. Finally the time has come! It is still just a practise cake but I am giving it to my sister and her husband for thier first wedding anniversary. I am excited to finally do it!

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