EASY AND CLEAN WAY TO FILL PASTRY BAGS WITH DOUGH OR CREAM
Discover a neat and practical technique to fill your piping bags without mess or extra hands, perfect for baking and decorating!
π Prep Time: 2 minutes
π½οΈ Servings: As needed
Materials Needed
- Piping bag (pastry bag or “spritz” bag)
- Tall glass or mug (e.g., a beer mug)
- Spoon
- Dough or cream to fill
Instructions
- Place the piping bag inside a tall glass or mug, folding the edges of the bag over the rim of the glass. This creates a stable holder and keeps the bag open.
- Using a spoon, scoop your dough or cream and carefully fill the piping bag inside the glass.
- Once filled, lift the bag out and twist the top to close. Your piping bag is now ready for decorating or piping without any spills or mess!
π‘ Tips
- Using a tall glass keeps the bag upright and open, so you donβt need extra hands.
- This method works great for all types of fillings β buttercream, whipped cream, choux pastry, cookie dough, and more.
- If youβre working with thicker dough, use a sturdy spoon or small spatula to press the mixture down into the bag.
π Perfect For
- Cake decorating
- Filling pastries or eclairs
- Making cookies with piped dough
- Smooth and mess-free kitchen prep
π Final Thoughts
This simple trick transforms your baking prep, helping you work cleaner and faster while avoiding spills. Once you try it, you wonβt want to fill piping bags any other way!