1. Frozen cakes should be thawed naturally before reheating.
2. Natural thawing should be done in a refrigerated environment to best preserve the cake's appearance and texture.
3. For frozen pound cakes or heavy cheesecakes, as well as cakes with layers and toppings, heating methods such as convection, warm water, or microwave thawing are not recommended.
4. Thawing a frozen cake at room temperature may cause the surface to soften and collapse, while the center remains firm.
5. The correct method is to transfer the cake to a refrigerated environment to thaw before serving.
6. After thawing, the cake can be reheated in a microwave for about 3 minutes.
7. Frozen cakes should not be reheated in an oven, as this may result in a burnt exterior and an undercooked interior, affecting the taste.