Wrapping cakes with film is crucial for protection from dryness and contamination. John, a baker, learned the hard way when he bought excessively large rolls of paper for wrapping a 25 cm diameter cake (Heading 2: John’s Costly Mistake).
Research reveals that approximately 70 cm of film is necessary to wrap a 25 cm diameter cake with two to three layers (Heading 3: Scientific Solutions). Renowned pastry master Alfons Schuhbeck recommends using at least two rolls (diameter 45 cm) for efficient wrapping (Heading 4: Expert Opinion).
| Cake Diameter | Film Circumference | Rolls of Paper |
| — | — | — |
| 20 cm | 40 cm | 1-2 |
| 30 cm | 60 cm | 2-3 |
| 40 cm | 80 cm | 3-4 |
| 50 cm | 100 cm | 4-5 | (Heading 5: Film Amounts for Various Cake Sizes)
FAQs:
- Can plastic film be used instead of paper?
Answer:
Yes, but plastic films lose elasticity after cooling and are more prone to tearing.
- How can a cake be removed from the film?
Answer:
Carefully pull one side of the film and attach it to a stable object while peeling off the rest along the edges.
- How can baking sustainably be achieved with film usage?
Answer:
Use recycled paper or biodegradable films.