How to Freeze Cake Batter

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Last Updated: August 25, 2021 References Tested

Having too much cake is never a bad thing! But having too much leftover batter can be. Fortunately, you can freeze it and save it for later. It’s actually really easy to do and frozen batter tastes just as delicious. To make it even easier, we’ve answered a few of the most common questions that people have about freezing cake batter.

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Can I freeze cake batter?

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Yes! You can freeze cake batter that doesn’t need to lift when it’s baked. Muffin, cupcake, and cake batter that are oil-based and don’t have any egg or butter can be frozen, defrosted, and baked to be just as delicious as a freshly made batter. Simply add the batter to a plastic freezer bag or container, seal it, and stick it in your freezer until you’re ready to use it.^{[1]
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- A cake baked from frozen batter may not rise quite as high, but it’ll taste exactly the same as a freshly made batter.
- If you’re using a freezer bag to freeze your batter, squeeze as much air out of it as you can before you seal it.

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Can you freeze batter with egg in it?

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No, the freezing process will ruin the batter. Any batter with egg whites, such as chiffon or sponge cake, can’t be frozen. But, a batter that uses oil as fat can be frozen without any problems. Even a batter that’s creamed with sugar and butter may end up coming out of the oven looking deflated.^{[2]
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How long can you keep cake batter in the freezer?

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You can store cake batter in your freezer for about 3 months. The longer you keep it frozen, the less the cake will rise, but it’ll still be delicious. Batter stored in a freezer bag or airtight container is safe to defrost and bake for several months. But after 3 months, it may start to spoil.^{[3]
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- Always inspect the batter before you bake it. If it smells off or has any signs of mold, don’t eat it.

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How do you defrost cake batter?

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Allow the batter to defrost in your fridge overnight. Placing the frozen batter out on your counter can cause it to thaw too quickly and turn into a soupy mess. Instead, place the freezer bag or container in your fridge the night before you plan to use it, or for at least 8 hours or so. When you’re ready to bake the cake, give the batter a good stir to combine all of the ingredients before you add it to your baking pan.^{[4]
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How do I bake frozen cake batter?

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You can add the thawed batter to a baking pan and bake it. Preheat your oven to the recommended temperature for your batter. If your cake batter is in a plastic freezer bag, once it’s defrosted, you can snip 1 of the corners with a pair of scissors and then pipe the batter into a baking pan or cupcake tin. If the batter is in a freezer-safe container, give it a good stir and then spoon the batter into a baking pan. Then, bake the cake for the recommended time and then remove it from the oven so it can cool before you cut it up and serve it!^{[5]
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