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Post by flanz on May 30, 2015 1:27:04 GMT
Okay, has anyone ever successfully sliced sheet cake using dental floss? We're going to be serving up two big cakes tomorrow and I am wondering about this technique. Do tell if you've any experience with slicing cake this way! I have a foggy memory of reading about it somewhere, once upon a time.
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Post by AussieMeg on May 30, 2015 1:29:16 GMT
Used, or......?
Kidding. I haven't heard of this before but it sounds like a good idea. I'm not sure how successful I would be at making the cuts evenly though.
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Post by Rainy_Day_Woman on May 30, 2015 1:29:52 GMT
Hmm no- but I have to cut one in a half hour so I will try it and report back!
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2015 1:31:01 GMT
I've used dental floss for cutting cakes in half to make layers. Is that what you mean? Or do you mean to cut into serving pieces?
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Post by anxiousmom on May 30, 2015 1:31:09 GMT
I have done used dental floss to slice layers in half to make a four layer cake out of two layers, but never to cut the cake into pieces before. I don't see why you couldn't, but for a sheet cake I would think it would be easier to use a large cutting knife. If you do try it though, make sure you get the unflavored kind, not mint.  |
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Post by back to *pea*ality on May 30, 2015 1:33:08 GMT
I've used it to slice a roll of cinnamon buns into individual buns before baking.
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2015 1:36:55 GMT
Yes. And you can use it to cut cheesecake.
Altho thin wire works better.
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Post by flanz on May 30, 2015 1:52:04 GMT
I've used dental floss for cutting cakes in half to make layers. Is that what you mean? Or do you mean to cut into serving pieces? I meant into serving pieces, but cutting in half to layer with frosting or filling is cool too! So that worked well? |
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2015 1:54:27 GMT
I've used dental floss for cutting cakes in half to make layers. Is that what you mean? Or do you mean to cut into serving pieces? I meant into serving pieces, but cutting in half to layer with frosting or filling is cool too! So that worked well? Yes! I like to make a small incision around the perimeter of the cake with a knife, just to make sure the cut starts out evenly. I wrap the floss around the cake, cross it at the edge closest to me, and then pull gently. What is the advantage of using floss to cut a finished cake into pieces? The knife doesn't get all cakey? |
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Post by flanz on May 30, 2015 1:59:00 GMT
I meant into serving pieces, but cutting in half to layer with frosting or filling is cool too! So that worked well? Yes! I like to make a small incision around the perimeter of the cake with a knife, just to make sure the cut starts out evenly. I wrap the floss around the cake, cross it at the edge closest to me, and then pull gently. What is the advantage of using floss to cut a finished cake into pieces? The knife doesn't get all cakey?That's what I'm thinking. Neater overall. |
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Post by Basket1lady on May 30, 2015 4:00:58 GMT
I've never tried it. I would think it would be hard to cut all the way through the middle of the cake. But you could just use a knife for that part.
I do use it to cut cinnamon roll dough and fresh mozzarella. It works well for both.
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Post by Rainy_Day_Woman on May 30, 2015 6:20:36 GMT
I tried it and I guess it keeps the knife from getting too messy but I thought it was more of a pain in the ass and it was hard to get it down to the bottom of the cake with the floss. I would just use a napkin and clean off the knife after a bit.
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Post by compeateropeator on May 30, 2015 10:26:26 GMT
No but I used it to tie on the rubber part of my windshield wiper blade that was ripping/peeling off in the wind as I was driving down the interstate in a rain storm. It worked perfectly and I was still able to use my wipers. It is right up there with duct tape in my book of MacGyver tricks, so I bet it works.   Sorry for the hijack. |
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Post by SabrinaP on May 30, 2015 12:59:02 GMT
Yes. When we have large half sheet cakes at showers and receptions at my
School, that's how we always cut it. We have a few teachers that are experts in cutting cakes that way.
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Post by Woobster on May 30, 2015 14:37:25 GMT
Surprisingly, I learned this from my DH. I don't have to slice sheet cakes very often, but when I do... Dental floss does a great job!
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Post by tuva42 on May 30, 2015 16:03:25 GMT
Dental floss is the ONLY way to slice a sheet cake for serving. Especially one with lots of flowers and things on it. Makes a nice neat cut, not icing stuck to the knife. We do it all the time!
Just cut a nice long piece of floss, and sort of "saw" it back and forth slightly as you cut through the cake. Once you've cut through, you can slide it out one side, or you can carefully hold the floss down against the table and pull it out under the slices, helping release the cake from the serving board.
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Post by scrapsuzy on May 30, 2015 16:15:12 GMT
I have a sheet cake to cut tonight and I think I'll try the dental floss. Sounds like a neat trick!
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Post by caro on May 30, 2015 17:31:53 GMT
So did anyone try it?
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Post by katiekaty on May 31, 2015 2:02:35 GMT
I have been doing this for years. Learned that trick when I first learned cake decorating 35 years ago, only we used thick quilting thread or double layered sewing thread. Be sure to not used mint or cinnamon flavored floss or it will leave a slight taste behind. Look on the Wilton site to see how to cut your cake to get the proper size and amounts of servings for your size cake.
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Post by sunraynnc on May 31, 2015 2:05:52 GMT
Yes! It really works. Nice, uniform squares.
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Post by LavenderLayoutLady on May 31, 2015 8:54:57 GMT
Yes! I like to make a small incision around the perimeter of the cake with a knife, just to make sure the cut starts out evenly. I wrap the floss around the cake, cross it at the edge closest to me, and then pull gently. What is the advantage of using floss to cut a finished cake into pieces? The knife doesn't get all cakey?That's what I'm thinking. Neater overall. To avoid the knife getting all messy while slicing, keep a pitcher of boiling hot water next to you, and dip the knife in after slicing each piece. Icing melts away, crumbs drop right off. Have a cloth napkin near by if you feel the need to wipe the knife (you won't actually need to though). |
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Post by kelly8875 on May 31, 2015 16:09:25 GMT
I've used it, works like a dream! Just make sure it isn't flavored  |
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Post by johna on May 31, 2015 20:47:52 GMT
I leave my cakes in the pan when I make them (I don't make layer cakes), so this wouldn't work for me. I have heard it for angel food cakes, though. it is supposed to keep them from getting all smushed in when cut. I use a serrated knife for those, though.
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Post by katiekaty on May 31, 2015 22:53:44 GMT
When I have decorated cakes for others, I have actually been asked to precut a cake. When you use floss or thread. the cuts are so fine that it will not mess up the decorations. This has usually been when I have made cakes for business or catered parties where there is no one that will cut the cake or the cake portions need to be set so that the cake servings will meet the needs of the group evenly. When you have someone cutting the cut, you get all different sizes.
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Post by flanz on Jun 1, 2015 5:24:39 GMT
When I have decorated cakes for others, I have actually been asked to precut a cake. When you use floss or thread. the cuts are so fine that it will not mess up the decorations. This has usually been when I have made cakes for business or catered parties where there is no one that will cut the cake or the cake portions need to be set so that the cake servings will meet the needs of the group evenly. When you have someone cutting the cut, you get all different sizes. I DID IT AND IT WORKED REALLY WELL!! I will definitely use this method in the future! The kids at the party thought it was a pretty cool magic trick too.  I was cutting the large Costco sheet cakes and the biggest dimension was a bit challenging... but doable. Any smaller cake adn i think this works great. I only had mint dental floss but it didn't matter. |
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Post by smginaz Suzy on Jun 1, 2015 5:37:40 GMT
I am such a kitchen disaster I can only picture a Pinterest Fail if I tried it!
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Sorry for the hijack.
I was cutting the large Costco sheet cakes and the biggest dimension was a bit challenging... but doable. Any smaller cake adn i think this works great. I only had mint dental floss but it didn't matter.