by Gary1914 18 Replies latest jw friends
Pre-heat oven, I would go for 180-200 on the dial
Grease pan (butter rubbed round edge)
Bake in middle of oven
Do not keep opening door to take a sneeky look at your prize winning cake
Use a knitting needle to test if centre is cooked
Remove from oven and place and wire cool down tray
Make icing decorate and eat with a big grin on yer face
BM of the came first in cooking class at school
Thanks everone. I knew I could count on you.
I am going to try again using all of your suggestions. Lets hope the third time is the charm.
The oven has been on all this time so it is throughly preheated.
Gary
It's too bad you threw away the other cakes.... When my cakes turn out like that, I chop them up and put them in a large bowl and make a trifle.
I agree that the oven temp may not be what you think it is - an oven thermometer is an excellent way to verify the correct temperature.
I also agree with the suggestion to let the cake bake longer - checked in 5 minute intervals. I don't use toothpicks though, because I find that for "tall" cakes, like your Bundt pan, they don't reach the center of the cake where it might still need a bit longer baking time. I use the long skewers (like those that you would use for making kabobs) and make sure I pierce through the whole depth of the cake.
Can I send you Mr Scully's email address so you can let him know that it isn't unmanly to bake a cake?
Hi Scully:
Can I send you Mr Scully's email address so you can let him know that it isn't unmanly to bake a cake?
lol
If Mr. Scully knew the trouble I was having he would probably steer clear of the kitchen forever!
To double check if it is done on the INSIDE, stick in a wooden toothpick. If it's got dough stuck to it, put the cake in for longer. You may have to do this up to three times before done.
My mom put me on to this method after I whined about cake recipes NEVER working properly. I haven't spoiled a cake since.
W
do not over mix, just mix enought till your cake batter is mix but over mixing will cause it to come out Doughy, other than that how old is your Flour?
When my cakes turn out like that, I chop them up and put them in a large bowl and make a trifle.Me, too, Scully. Or if the cake breaks apart when turning it out of the bake pan. Waste not.............
Otherwise, Gary, I'm sure you're not cutting the cake while it is hot? Be sure to let it cool down a bit before slicing.
Gary,
You have just made the discovery of why someone a long time ago got the idea of putting a hole in the donut, and other ring cakes and deep fry stuff.
belbab, of stay out of the kitchen class
Take it from an old school hubby.....go to the market and buy one.
