Home / Tools / Layer Cake Decorating ChecklistLayer Cake Decorating ChecklistChilling between steps is the secret. Reset the ticks for each cake.Print checklist0 of 17 doneResetBakeUse the right pan size for the batterSee: Best Round Cake Pans for Even, Level Layers →Line pans with parchment roundsSee: Best Parchment Rounds for Effortless Cake Release →Use baking strips for flatter topsSee: Best Baking Strips for Flat Cake Layers Without Domes →Cool layers completely, then chillAssembleLevel each layerSee: Best Cake Levelers for Flat, Even Layers Every Time →Place the first layer on a cake boardSee: Best Cake Boards and Drums for Stable, Clean Presentation →Pipe a dam if using soft fillingSee: Best Piping Bags for Buttercream and Icing →Stack layers and check they are straightFrostApply a thin crumb coat and chillSee: Best Offset Spatulas for Frosting and Cake Decorating →Add the final coat on a turntableSee: Best Cake Turntables for Smooth Frosting and Decorating →Smooth sides with a scraperSee: Best Cake Scrapers for Smooth Sides and Sharp Edges →Chill before decoratingDecorateTint frosting with gel colourSee: Best Gel Food Coloring for Buttercream and Fondant →Pipe borders and detailsSee: Best Piping Tip Sets for Cake Decorating →Add sprinkles or toppersSee: Best Sprinkle Sets and Mixes for Cakes and Cupcakes →Dowel tiers before stackingSee: Best Cake Dowels and Tiering Supports for Stacked Cakes →Transport in a box or carrierSee: Best Cake Carriers for Safe, Stress-Free Transport →