Greeneville, TN, USA
Cake Care Instructions
Cake Care Instructions
Shelf life
🎂 Buttercream Cakes (No Fruit Filling)
Best enjoyed within 3-5 days
Safe to eat for up to 7 days if stored properly.
🍓 Cakes with Fruit Filling
Best enjoyed within 1–3 days.
Safe to eat for up to 5 days if stored properly.
📦Storage:
Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Keep in an airtight container or cake box.
Before Serving:
Remove from the fridge 1–2 hours before serving
Allow cake to come to room temperature for best flavor and texture.
Do not leave out for extended periods.
🌡️ Important Notes
Cakes are sensitive to heat and direct sunlight.
Keep cakes in a cool, stable environment.
Avoid placing cakes in a hot car or outside.
🚗 Transport Tips
Keep cake on a flat surface (floorboard is best, not a seat)
Avoid sudden stops or sharp turns and uneven roads.
Keep air conditioning on during warm weather.
Keep out of direct sunlight.
Drive directly to destination without stopping to run errands.
Do not leave the cake in the car for any period of time without AC.
Refrigerate as soon as you reach your destination.
🏠 Display
Keep the cake on a level, sturdy surface.
Avoid placing near heat, sunlight, or vents.
Do not move the cake once it has been set up unless absolutely necessary.
🎂 Tall Cake Care & Safety Guide
Tall cakes require extra care due to their height and structure. Please follow these guidelines to keep your cake stable and looking its best.
Use extra caution when moving the cake and while driving. Keep flat at all times. Do not jostle it!
⚠️ Important:
Internal Supports
Many tall cakes contain internal dowels and support structures to keep them stable.
These supports must be removed before serving. Please check each slice as you cut.
Never smash anyone's face into their cake, it could be deadly.
⚠️ Stability Warning
Tall cakes are more delicate than standard cakes and may shift if handled improperly. Once an order leaves my hands, I am not responsible for damage caused during transport, improper storage, or handling.
✨ Best Experience Tip
Cake tastes best at room temperature—don’t skip this step! Cold cake can be firm and less flavorful.
❄️Freezing your leftovers
Freezing leftover cake is one of the best ways to save it for later. I typically say to eat within 3-6 months but can still be safe up to a year later if stored properly.
For the best taste and texture, wrap slices tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe bag to prevent freezer burn and odor absorption.
Defrosting: Thaw in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight to maintain moisture. Then let come to room temperature for 1-2 hours before eating.
Do not refreeze after thawed.
❗ Food Safety Reminder
Wild Vines Bakery is not responsible for damage or spoilage caused by improper storage, handling, or failure to follow these guidelines.