arkobsessed OP t1_iztxpsu wrote on December 11, 2022 at 8:45 PM

Good solution! I feel like my cupcakes come out less moist than a full-sized cake. Maybe I'm doing something wrong though. I've heard of people using sour cream to make cake more moist. Maybe I'll try that next time.

arkobsessed OP t1_izor6oi wrote on December 10, 2022 at 6:32 PM

Reply to comment by mcphilclan in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

The real pro tip haha

arkobsessed OP t1_izo0qkf wrote on December 10, 2022 at 3:29 PM

Reply to comment by pantala32 in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

They're so polite to save it for someone who wants it though! That's funny. My son has an aunt who lives there, I'll have to have him ask her about that! Thanks for sharing.

arkobsessed OP t1_iznz4gd wrote on December 10, 2022 at 3:17 PM

Reply to comment by Admirable_Job_127 in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

Is it because if you don't eat it first, there might not be any for you to get after the event is over.?

arkobsessed OP t1_iznyd1n wrote on December 10, 2022 at 3:11 PM

Reply to comment by Karefree2 in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

I agree with this. Something that uses toothpicks comes to mind. But what do you do about the cake? It really has to be eaten with a utensil.

arkobsessed OP t1_izny29q wrote on December 10, 2022 at 3:08 PM

Reply to comment by HouseHopeful7029 in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

It really does! I wonder why that is? I guess it's hard to get under the slice to pull it out cleanly or something. That's my best guess.

arkobsessed OP t1_iznxoz9 wrote on December 10, 2022 at 3:05 PM

Reply to comment by AlreadyOlder in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

That's so smart! I'm in charge of brownies this Christmas, so I'll definitely be doing this. Thanks for the tip!

arkobsessed OP t1_izmi9gf wrote on December 10, 2022 at 4:53 AM

Reply to comment by JCPRuckus in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

You're right. The big reveal should be whole. But once guests are seated, the dessert should be sliced and prepped.

arkobsessed OP t1_izmb07z wrote on December 10, 2022 at 3:45 AM

Reply to comment by jdith123 in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

Well of course. Hard to put something up for grabs without having tasted it beforehand. Great idea.

arkobsessed OP t1_izm7o75 wrote on December 10, 2022 at 3:15 AM

Reply to comment by PurpleFlame8 in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

See, we all have hidden talents haha. You've been helping people have cake and eat it too and you didn't even know it!

arkobsessed OP t1_izm7k00 wrote on December 10, 2022 at 3:14 AM

Reply to comment by beigemom in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

Oooh, that's wonderful! Especially if there's nice layers. So smart. Aaaaand now I want layered cake...

arkobsessed OP t1_izm76gl wrote on December 10, 2022 at 3:11 AM

Reply to comment by jeremiah1119 in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

Haha that's a great idea.

arkobsessed OP t1_izm4mt1 wrote on December 10, 2022 at 2:50 AM

Reply to comment by Extreme_Today_984 in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

That's actually a brilliant addition to this tip. It's so sad when the cook is left with the unwanted leftovers. Your dad's a smart man for thinking of that.

arkobsessed OP t1_izlvrh9 wrote on December 10, 2022 at 1:36 AM

Reply to comment by Vaenessa in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

I'm the same way. I'm usually the first to the buffet line. That being said, I would argue that we are the minority in this scenario.

arkobsessed OP t1_izltp36 wrote on December 10, 2022 at 1:20 AM

Reply to comment by tvieno in LPT: When bringing a dessert to a function, cut a small slice off before you put it out. by arkobsessed

That's great too! But there's something about that empty space that makes people think that someone has already started to enjoy it, and that makes it more enticing.