Cream Pie

The cake layers can be baked up to 1 day ahead, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap, and stored at room temperature. However, do not whip the cream or assemble the cake until within 2-4 hours of serving, as whipped cream will weep and deflate over time, causing the layers to become soggy.

Store assembled cake loosely covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The whipped cream will begin to weep and lose volume after this time. For best texture, consume within 4-6 hours of assembly. Do not freeze, as the whipped cream will separate and become watery when thawed.