Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Ever wonder if you can ship baked goods like cookies, cakes, cupcakes? Do you want to know how to pack and ship your baked goods for safe shipping? Whether you’re a small business shipping an order of cookies or cupcakes to a customer or sending a homemade cake to a loved one, you can learn how to pack your baked goods. Packaging your baked goods is crucial for freshness and safe arrival. In this step-by-step guide, our packing experts show you the best way to pack and ship cookies, cupcakes, and cakes with confidence.
Learn the essential materials you'll need and follow our pro tips to ensure your sweet treats get from drop-off to delivery in perfect condition.
For more details on shipping perishable items, visit the FedEx shipping guide: fedex.com/en-us/shipping/how-to-ship-perishables.html
CHAPTERS
0:00 - Intro
0:23 – Supplies you'll need
0:47 – Packing three popular baked goods
0:52 – Packing Cookies
1:50 – Packing Cupcakes
2:25 – Packing Cakes
2:59 – Getting your package ready for shipment
📦 Packing & Shipping Checklist:
Materials Needed:
• Sturdy Corrugated Shipping Box
• Insulated Liner or Foam Container
• Cupcake Inserts/Holders
• Gel Packs
• Plastic Liners (2-mil minimum)
• Bubble Wrap / Air Pillows
• Absorbent Materials
• Packing Tape
• Two Printed FedEx Labels
✅ Step-by-Step Packing Instructions:
Step 1: Prep Your Baked Goods
• Cool items completely before packing.
• For delicate items with frosting (like cupcakes and cakes), freeze them to prevent damage. Consider placing a popsicle stick in the center to prevent contact with the container.
Step 2: Wrap & Cushion
• Individually wrap cookies and other treats using food-safe bags or plastic wrap.
• Place wrapped items into a sturdy inner container like a bakery box or tin.
• Use cupcake inserts for cupcakes to keep them secure.
• Add cushioning like bubble wrap to prevent movement and perform a gentle shake test.
Step 3: Prepare the Shipping Container
• For refrigerated or frozen items, place your bakery box inside an insulated container.
• Add coolant like frozen gel packs.
• Place the insulated container inside a sturdy, corrugated shipping box.
Step 4: Create Your Shipping Label
• Measure and weigh your final package.
• Select a shipping service that ensures freshness, such as FedEx Overnight® or FedEx 2Day®.
• Create and print two copies of your shipping label.
Step 5: Seal Your Package
• Place one copy of the shipping label inside the box.
• Seal the box securely using the H-taping method.
Step 6: Label the Outer Package
• Attach the second FedEx label securely to the outside of the box.
• Add "Perishable" and "Handle with Care" markings.
Step 7: Ship Your Package
• Drop off your package at a FedEx location or schedule a pickup.
Need help with packing? Visit your local FedEx Office, and our team can pack your items for a fee. Find a location here: local.fedex.com
#FedEx #HowToShip #PackingTips #Baking #ShippingBakedGoods #SmallBusiness #Cupcakes #Cookies
Ever wonder if you can ship baked goods like cookies, cakes, cupcakes? Do you want to know how to pack and ship your baked goods for safe shipping? Whether you’re a small business shipping an order of cookies or cupcakes to a customer or sending a homemade cake to a loved one, you can learn how to pack your baked goods. Packaging your baked goods is crucial for freshness and safe arrival. In this step-by-step guide, our packing experts show you the best way to pack and ship cookies, cupcakes, and cakes with confidence.
Learn the essential materials you'll need and follow our pro tips to ensure your sweet treats get from drop-off to delivery in perfect condition.
For more details on shipping perishable items, visit the FedEx shipping guide: fedex.com/en-us/shipping/how-to-ship-perishables.html
CHAPTERS
0:00 - Intro
0:23 – Supplies you'll need
0:47 – Packing three popular baked goods
0:52 – Packing Cookies
1:50 – Packing Cupcakes
2:25 – Packing Cakes
2:59 – Getting your package ready for shipment
📦 Packing & Shipping Checklist:
Materials Needed:
• Sturdy Corrugated Shipping Box
• Insulated Liner or Foam Container
• Cupcake Inserts/Holders
• Gel Packs
• Plastic Liners (2-mil minimum)
• Bubble Wrap / Air Pillows
• Absorbent Materials
• Packing Tape
• Two Printed FedEx Labels
✅ Step-by-Step Packing Instructions:
Step 1: Prep Your Baked Goods
• Cool items completely before packing.
• For delicate items with frosting (like cupcakes and cakes), freeze them to prevent damage. Consider placing a popsicle stick in the center to prevent contact with the container.
Step 2: Wrap & Cushion
• Individually wrap cookies and other treats using food-safe bags or plastic wrap.
• Place wrapped items into a sturdy inner container like a bakery box or tin.
• Use cupcake inserts for cupcakes to keep them secure.
• Add cushioning like bubble wrap to prevent movement and perform a gentle shake test.
Step 3: Prepare the Shipping Container
• For refrigerated or frozen items, place your bakery box inside an insulated container.
• Add coolant like frozen gel packs.
• Place the insulated container inside a sturdy, corrugated shipping box.
Step 4: Create Your Shipping Label
• Measure and weigh your final package.
• Select a shipping service that ensures freshness, such as FedEx Overnight® or FedEx 2Day®.
• Create and print two copies of your shipping label.
Step 5: Seal Your Package
• Place one copy of the shipping label inside the box.
• Seal the box securely using the H-taping method.
Step 6: Label the Outer Package
• Attach the second FedEx label securely to the outside of the box.
• Add "Perishable" and "Handle with Care" markings.
Step 7: Ship Your Package
• Drop off your package at a FedEx location or schedule a pickup.
Need help with packing? Visit your local FedEx Office, and our team can pack your items for a fee. Find a location here: local.fedex.com
#FedEx #HowToShip #PackingTips #Baking #ShippingBakedGoods #SmallBusiness #Cupcakes #Cookies
