Loaf cake & Yule log boxes
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Loaf cake and Yule log boxes are made for long, narrow shapes: loaf cakes, fruit cakes, marble cakes, Swiss rolls and the traditional Christmas Yule log (bûche de Noël). In a standard square cake box they would have too much room and slide around; in the right elongated box they stay safely in place. Your bake arrives intact at the family party, the office or a friend's home and makes an impression as soon as it is unpacked.
Ideas: from Sunday loaf cake to Christmas Yule log
A homemade loaf cake is one of the most popular gifts of all. Lemon drizzle for a visit to the grandparents, marble cake for a break at the office or fruit cake as a small thank-you: in a pretty box it becomes a real present. For children and cat lovers, the cake boxes with a cat design are sure to raise a smile.
At Christmas, the Yule log is the star of the dessert table. If you bring it to family, neighbours or as a gift for a festive meal, you need a box that accommodates its length and decoration. Swiss rolls with berry or chocolate filling, stollen and gingerbread loaf cakes also fit into these long boxes.
Outside the festive season, too, the right box makes a difference: for a birthday loaf cake at the office, the school fete bake sale or the dessert you bring to brunch. In a well-fitting box, a long loaf cake looks neat, is easy to carry and stays protected from dust and knocks until it is sliced. If you bake and give often, it is worth keeping a few boxes in stock.
Boxes for loaf cakes and Yule logs at a glance
A classic is the Polar Yule log box printed with Joyeuses fêtes, in 25 x 10.5 x 11.5 cm and 30 x 10.5 x 11.5 cm. The full range:
- Red Merry Christmas Yule log box and Yule log box with holly
- Kraft boxes for Yule logs with handles, 25 x 11 cm
- Box for loaf cakes and Yule logs, single or as a set of 2
- White cake box 25 x 10 x 8.5 cm for loaf cakes
- Rectangular cake box 30.5 x 16 x 10 cm for wider loaf cakes
- Cake boxes with a cat design
How to choose the right length
Measure the length, width and height of your loaf cake or Yule log. The box should be about 2 to 4 cm longer and at least 1 to 2 cm wider and taller; allow more for decorations such as meringue mushrooms, chocolate curls or cream rosettes. A loaf cake baked in a 24 cm tin fits best into a box 30 cm long; the 25 cm boxes are a tight fit.
- Place the Yule log on a rectangular board before packing it so that it is easier to lift out. You will find suitable boards among our cake boards.
- Let icing and ganache set completely before closing the lid.
- Put the box flat in the car, ideally in the footwell or the boot.
- To transport a cream or ice cream Yule log in warm weather, we recommend our Cool bags & ice packs category.
Combinations for your gift
A Yule log box is easy to dress up with a red or gold ribbon, a sprig of fir or a small name tag. If you would also like to give Christmas cookies, you will find a matching tin among our cookie and pastry tins. For flat tarts and pastries, the pastry and tart boxes up to 10 cm high are ideal, and for larger traybakes or desserts it is worth looking at the rectangular cake boxes.
What to look for when buying loaf cake and Yule log boxes
Length, height and occasion are what matter. For an undecorated loaf cake, the white cake box 25 x 10 x 8.5 cm is often enough; for a Yule log decorated with mushrooms or cream, allow for the 11.5 cm height. If you give away two loaf cakes at once, for example for a bake sale or a Christmas market, the handy set of 2 is the one to choose. For journeys on foot or by train, the kraft boxes with handles are especially practical. And if the box should still work after Christmas, choose a plain design without festive motifs.
Frequently asked questions about loaf cake & Yule log boxes
Which box for a loaf cake baked in a 30 cm tin?
It will be tight: the longest boxes are the 30 cm Polar Yule log box and the 30.5 cm rectangular cake box. They only work if the baked loaf cake is slightly shorter than 30 cm, so measure it before you buy.
Does an ice cream Yule log fit into these boxes?
Yes, the dimensions work. However, always transport an ice cream Yule log in a cool bag with ice packs.
Are there plain boxes without a Christmas design?
Yes, for example the white cake box 25 x 10 x 8.5 cm or the box for loaf cakes and Yule logs.
How do I keep the Yule log decoration intact?
Allow enough height and place the Yule log on a board so you do not have to touch it when lifting it out.
Can I transport a Swiss roll in a Yule log box?
Yes, a Swiss roll has almost the same shape as a Yule log and sits securely in the long box.
Recipes for loaf cakes and bakes that make perfect gifts in these boxes are waiting on our blog. Discover more designs under Cake & pastry boxes and across the whole Boards & boxes category.