Can I Just Put Icing In Ziplock Bags?
Decorating By Wildgirl Updated 24 Aug 2011 , 1:38am by cabecakes
I was hoping to make the icing ahead of time since I won't be where I have my mixer - and put it in zip lock bags to put into the icing bags to frost the cake when we're there. (This is for a cross-country trip/flight) Will the icing be ok? I won't have to re-mix it first, will I? If I do, would a hand mixer work or is it too wimpy?
I thought I'd better make sure my hairbrained idea will work before I really mess this all up!
I make up large batches of icing, put them in a large ziplock baggie and store it in the freezer. When I need icing for a project, I take it out, let it thaw and put it back in my mixer bowl. I mix it back to a creamy texture. I have also used the icing straight from the baggie. I open the baggie and use my spatula to mix it up.
I have also traveled with icing in baggies. I started out with it frozen, and it was ready to use hours later. If you are using an icing that must stay refrigerated, then being out for a long time may not work.
You may not be able to check it in as carry on luggage. I know some folks who had to leave fondant behind, could not carry it on board. You can probably put it in check in luggage.
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