A cake that peaks in the center may mean your oven temperature is too high, causing your cake to rise too quickly. Try using an oven thermometer to check for accuracy.
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eleven_14 (1 discussion) on Apr 29, 2010 at 03:40 AM
i have always used a spatula & pushed more batter towards the edges of the pan & given the pan a couple taps on the counter top. works every time
Comment by: lynwatts (no discussions) on Jun 23, 2010 at 06:32 PM
The very best way to eliminate this problem is to spray a flower nail ( the kind cake decoraters use to make roses) with non-stick spray and place it in the middle of the batter with the flat side resting in the bottom of the pan. Works every time.
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prettycake51 (6 discussions) on Mar 26, 2010 at 07:24 PM
Using the baking strips would give you a very leveled top. No need to cut off the top or changing the temperature.
Comment by: jea (no discussions) on Jul 28, 2010 at 05:03 PM
What are baking strips?
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Bakerqueen (1 discussion) on Oct 25, 2009 at 08:06 PM
The conductive quality of the cake pan is a factor. For best results use professional cake pans found at your local restaurant supply house.
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jtrusty (1 discussion) on Oct 19, 2009 at 04:45 PM
I have always wondered why cakes did this. I never knew the temp of the oven had anything to do with it. Thank you for this tip
