How to fill a cake with cream or jam
Are you planning to bake a cake soon? Then it definitely needs to be filled with a delicious filling! Whether you are making a classic birthday cake, a colourful drip cake or a wedding cake, the filling makes all the difference. It not only adds amazing flavour but also gives your cake a wonderful texture!
Why is the right filling so important?
A good cake filling is about more than just taste. It also gives your cake the perfect texture and firmness. The right filling keeps your cake standing tall and prevents it from falling apart when you slice it. Plus, a surprising filling can make your cake extra special and festive!
Choosing a cake filling can seem tricky with so many options but do not worry! We have rounded up the most popular fillings for you. This way, you can mix and match flavours and textures endlessly. Here are some of our favourites:
Preparado Crema Encantada o Enchanted Cream®
Preparado para Crema Encantada Choco
Preparado Crema de Mantequilla (Buttercream)
Preparado para Crema de Mantequilla Sin Gluten
Preparado para crema de merengue suizo
Preparado para Mousse Natural
Preparado para Mousse Fresa
Preparado para Ganache Chocolate Negro
Preparado para Ganache Chocolate Blanco
Tip!
Use FunCakes flavour pastes and colourings to customise your buttercream, Enchanted Cream® or bavarois exactly how you like it!
Want to learn more about adding flavour pastes to your creams and batters? Check out our blog How Much FunCakes Flavour Paste Should I Add to My Creams and Batters?
Step 1: Bake and let your cake cool completely
Make sure your cake layers are fully cooled before you start filling. This prevents crumbs and helps keep your cake stable. Use a cake slicer to cut even layers.
Step 2: Time to fill!
Pick your favourite filling and spread it evenly over the centre of the cake layer. If you are using a filling that you are not going to spread over the entire cake, leave about a 1 centimetre gap around the edge. This stops the filling from leaking out when you stack the layers.
Step 3: Cover or smooth your cake!
Then it’s time to cover or smooth your cake! Want to know how to do that? FunCakes has the best tips and products ready for you. Check out our blog on how to cover a cake with sugar paste!
