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Can Cakes Stay Out Overnight to Cool in a Baking Pan?

Published Sep,07 2011 | By Wesley Demarest

Cakes need to be completely cool before you attempt to frost them, lay on fondant or apply other decorations. Cakes can stay in the baking pan to cool overnight, but you'll need to do a little work after taking them out of the oven to ensure the cakes retain their shapes and consistency.