Chill Or Freeze Before Torting?

Decorating By Deb2013 Updated 13 Jun 2013 , 5:35pm by Deb2013

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Deb2013 Posted 13 Jun 2013 , 2:51am
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I'm planning to bake three, 9" layers and split each in two. I've never done this before and unsure of the steps. Should I chill first, then slice into the layer? Or is it best to split at room temp?

 

Thanks,

Deb

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icer101 Posted 13 Jun 2013 , 2:53am
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I always freeze my layers anyway, Then let them come to room tempt. But they are still cold when i torte. Makes them more sturdier. hth

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Deb2013 Posted 13 Jun 2013 , 3:14am
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How long do you wait before putting layers (not yet cut) in the freezer? Do they need to be totally cool? I assume you wrap in plastic wrap, and is 30 minutes then long enough in the freezer before removing to slice and ice?

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CWR41 Posted 13 Jun 2013 , 5:46am
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Or is it best to split at room temp?


Your knife will slice right through it (like butter) at room temp.

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The Cake Shoppe Posted 13 Jun 2013 , 6:31am
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I think it depends on how tender the crumb is on your particular cake.  Sturdy/dense cakes can be cut cooled to room temp or chilled in the fridge for a bit.  I torte frozen/thawing when the crumb is extra tender.   :-)

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Deb2013 Posted 13 Jun 2013 , 5:35pm
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