Ever envy the talent needed to bake those delicious birthday cakes found in the bakery case? Wish you could create a wedding cake like the pros? Or, have you longed to make a cake from scratch that turned out picture perfect?
Cake Baking
If so, there's no reason why you can't turn out professional-quality cakes
and desserts from your own kitchen. With the right equipment and a few simple
tips anyone can create confections that rival those of any professional baker!
The first step is to prepare. Be familiar with the recipe and make certain
that you have all the ingredients on hand. Substitutions should never be used
if you want success. Start with a clean, dry work area. Wash your hands
before you begin and make sure your utensils are in order.
Use the Right Equipment
These utensils are a must for anyone who wants to bake beautiful and tasty
cakes from scratch:
Glass bowls
Good quality mixer,
preferably on a stand for hands-free operation
A set of measuring cups for
dry ingredients and glass measuring cups for liquid measure.
Wooden or plastic spoons for
stirring and folding
A sifter. This handy utensil
is a must if you want to bake light cakes.
Quality bake ware. Shiny
(non-coated) aluminum is best. If possible, avoid dark coated pans and
save glass bake ware for pies, not cakes.
Oven thermometer. Don't trust
your stove to be accurate. Invest a few dollars in a good oven thermometer
so you can be certain of oven temperature.