STORING DESSERTS Flashcards
consequences of improper storage (4)
- Foodborne Illness - can create a breeding ground for bacterias
- Loss of Moisture - drying out, stale, crumbly, lose flakiness, tough skin
- Absorption of Odors and Flavors
- Changes in texture
versatile containers for variety of desserts like cookies, cakes, pastries, and bars. comes in sizes and helps lock in moisture and freshness while preventing odor and flavors to be absorbed
airtight containers
dome-shaped covers for storing whole cakes, cupcakes, and pies. preventing drying out, getting crushed, or absorbing flavors
Cake Covers
storing at a room temperature keeping them fresh and protected from light
bread boxes
for freezing various desserts just make sure no air is there before sealing the bag
freezer bags
ideal for storing layered desserts as it prevents it from being crushed
shallow containers
bread shelf life
room temp - 2-4 days
cold (ref) - 7-14 days
freezer - 3 months
pies shelf life
room (fruit pies) - 1-2 days
cold (cream, custard, and meat) - 2-3 days
freezer - 8mos
cookies shelf life
room - 3-5 days
cold (ref) - 1 week no filling, 2-3 days w filling
freezer - 3mos
ice cream shelf life
opened - 6 weeks
unopened - 2-3 mos
unfrosted cakes shelf life
room temp - 2-3 days
frosted cakes (buttercream) shelf life
ref - 3-5days
cakes w fillings shelf life
ref - 3-5 days
any cake for long storage shelf life
frozen - 2mos
