Expiration & Storage Tips
When does Bundt Cake expire?
An unopened, commercially packaged Bundt Cake can typically last 1-2 days past the printed date when stored at room temperature, and up to 1 week if refrigerated. Once the cake is opened, it's good for about 2-3 days at room temperature and 5-7 days if refrigerated. If you've baked it at home, a Bundt Cake can usually last for 2 days at room temperature, and up to a week in the fridge. If you choose to freeze your Bundt Cake, it can extend its life up to 6 months.
How do you tell if Bundt Cake is bad?
Telling if a Bundt cake has gone bad is quite simple but you will need to use your senses. Look for visible mold, typically white, green, or blue spots on the cake's surface. Additionally, an off smell similar to sour milk or yeast is a clear sign something's not right. If the cake feels very dry, excessively crumbly, or has a hard texture, it might be stale.
Tips for storing Bundt Cake to extend shelf life
• Always let your Bundt Cake cool completely before storing, this prevents excess condensation which could cause it to go stale faster.
• If kept at room temperature, store the cake in a cake keeper or under a glass dome to help keep it fresh.
• For refrigeration, wrap the cake tightly in plastic wrap to prevent it from drying out.
• If freezing, slice the cake into individual servings, wrap each slice tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer bag. To defrost, simply let a piece sit at room temperature for a few hours or overnight in the fridge.