ProudGrandma Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 What are the best bake sale items that can be made in advance....either can be frozen or have a long shelf life? I will need to bake at least a week in advance if possible. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 I feel like Rice Krispie treats last forever, and can be made festive by sprinkling seasonal Jimmie’s on them. Homemade Chex mix or muddy buddies also lasts a while. those saltines with ranch seasoning are good sellers. None of those are really ‘baked’ (some sort of are but really not baked from scratch) but I see them often at bake sales. Something savory or salty can be a good seller to offset all the sweet choices. Many cookies can be frozen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 Who is the target audience? I'd make different things for a bake sale in an elementary school, vs. one where adults were buying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 27, 2022 Author Share Posted November 27, 2022 30 minutes ago, Baseballandhockey said: Who is the target audience? I'd make different things for a bake sale in an elementary school, vs. one where adults were buying. Mostly adults. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 Just now, kfeusse said: Mostly adults. Bundt cake slices 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 27, 2022 Author Share Posted November 27, 2022 9 hours ago, Baseballandhockey said: Bundt cake slices as in individual slices?? interesting. Can I make a bundt cake in advance and freeze it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drama Llama Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 18 minutes ago, kfeusse said: as in individual slices?? interesting. Can I make a bundt cake in advance and freeze it? Yes and yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 Nuts and Bolts. Chocolate Crinkles freeze quite well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clemsondana Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 Pound cake holds well. I don't know about more than a week - it never lasts that long - but I often make it a couple of days before an event and it's still good for days after. My grandfather always said that it was better if it sat for a week before slicing, but I've never done that. if you do cookies, the dough could be made and kept in the fridge, or frozen in dough balls, and then baked at the last minute. I know that some people freeze cookies, but I prefer fresh cookies with frozen dough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 I have frozen almost any kind of cookie with good success especially for that short of a time - buttercream frosted cut out sugar, chocolate chip, chocolate crinkles, snickerdoodles, regular sugar cookies, etc. Brownies will freeze well too. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProudGrandma Posted November 27, 2022 Author Share Posted November 27, 2022 2 hours ago, Carol in Cal. said: Nuts and Bolts. Chocolate Crinkles freeze quite well. what are nuts and bolts? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 (edited) I’ve done homemade trail mix or Chex mix for a bake sales before. There are always people who want a savory snack and they sell out. Soda sells well. One year the hot item was ring pops. Ice cream floats sell well too. You have to bring ice cream, a scoop, root beer, cups, and straws AND have a dedicated person mss as king them, but they’re always a hit. If the purpose of the bake sale is to make money for a cause, it might be easier to make a donation than try to cook a week in advance. eta, you can also make healthy snack packs in advance. Some cheese, nuts, and dried or fresh fruit is easy to assemble ahead of time. Edited November 27, 2022 by KungFuPanda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 2 hours ago, kfeusse said: what are nuts and bolts? The old fashioned homemade version of chex mix, but with lots of nuts. Way better than actual chex mix. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth S Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 I make cupcakes & the frosting ahead of time, & pipe the frosting at the last minute. Walmart sells inexpensive cupcake boxes, which makes it easy to transport. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bambam Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 I'll second (or third) the homemade chex mix. I think the sugared pecans might also be a hit. (expensive though) The ranch oyster crackers are also another nice non-sweet item. Possibly muffins (Easy Morning Glory Muffins are some of our favorite - fairly healthy, freeze very well, and are handy breakfast items). You could use your favorite pumpkin bread recipe for pumpkin muffins too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in NH Posted November 30, 2022 Share Posted November 30, 2022 I've found that pans of cinnamon rolls can be made ahead and frozen. Ime they sell much better than muffins or cupcakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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