You’ll see a few common names, each suited to a different need:

• Cake carrier: A lidded container (often with a handle) that protects a cake for transport or storage.
• Cake stand: A pedestal or flat stand for display; some pair with a dome.
• Dessert dome/cloche: A clear cover with a matching plate for countertop display.
• Cake box: A cardboard or plastic box (sometimes with a window) for gifting or short-term travel.
• Cupcake carrier: A tray with wells and a locking lid for cupcakes or muffins.

Choose based on whether you’re displaying, storing, or transporting your dessert.

You can shop them online in the Kitchen & Dining department and filter by the categories that fit your need:

• Bakeware: Great for carriers and baking-to-transport solutions.
• Dining & Entertaining: Ideal for cake stands and serving pieces.
• Kitchen Storage & Organization: Helpful for boxes and domes.

Try searching terms like “cake carrier,” “cake stand,” or “cake box,” then check product pages for dimensions, capacity, and care details. At checkout, you can typically choose shipping, delivery, or store pickup—availability varies by location and item.

If you don’t have a cake stand, these alternatives can work nicely:

• Serving platter or dinner plate: Wide, flat surfaces present cakes well.
• Wood board or charcuterie board: Adds rustic style; pair with a dome if you have one.
• Turntable or lazy Susan: Doubles for decorating and easy slicing.
• Cupcake or dessert tower: Useful for minis and mixed sweets.
• Cake carrier base: Many bases look clean enough for serving when the lid is off.
• Cake box with window: Handy for transport and short-term display.

Adding a thin, non‑slip mat under the cake board can help keep everything steady.

Storage depends on your cake’s ingredients and how long you’ll keep it:

1. Pick the right container: A cake carrier with a tight lid helps protect and reduce drying; a dessert dome works for countertop display; a cake box is useful for short-term transport.
2. Consider ingredients: Cakes with dairy or fresh fruit often do better refrigerated; shelf-stable cakes can sit at cool room temperature. When in doubt, follow your recipe’s guidance.
3. Prep the base: Place parchment under the cake for easier lifting.
4. Seal and store: Close the lid fully; for extra protection, wrap the base or add a light cover.

Conditions vary, so check texture and freshness before serving.

A quick measure goes a long way:

1. Measure your cake: Note the diameter (including the cake board) and total height with decorations.
2. Match the base: Choose a carrier with an interior base at least 0.5–1 inch wider than your cake for easy loading.
3. Check height clearance: Make sure the lid height accommodates frosting and toppers.
4. Pick the shape: Round carriers suit standard rounds and bundts; rectangular carriers fit sheet cakes.
5. Consider capacity: If you’ll switch between cakes and cupcakes, a reversible base or removable cupcake tray can add flexibility.

For travel, features like secure clasps and a sturdy handle can help.