When you set your oven to 200°C, it usually takes anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes to get there. Most electric ovens land around 15 minutes, though the exact number depends a lot on the oven’s type and age. Fan ovens heat up even faster—think 8 to 10 minutes. Conventional ovens, on the other hand,…
When you’re baking a cake, nailing the oven temperature really matters. Most recipes call for preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Preheat your oven to 350°F and wait until it actually hits that number before sliding your cake in. Preheating gets your oven evenly hot, which sets your cake up for a good bake…
When you spot a recipe calling for 200°C, you might pause—what’s that on your oven dial? 200°C is 392°F in a regular oven, which covers a ton of baking and roasting needs. That little conversion helps you dodge kitchen disasters and get those golden, tasty results. If your oven only shows Fahrenheit or Celsius, understanding…
When you set your oven to 200 degrees on the fan bake setting, you’re picking 200°C with the fan running to circulate hot air. That fan action lets you actually lower the temperature by about 20 degrees compared to a regular oven, so 200°C fan bake is pretty much like 220°C in a standard oven….
If your cake’s still jiggly in the middle after baking, chances are the center just hasn’t set yet. This usually happens when the oven temperature’s off, the pan size isn’t right, or the batter’s too wet. All these factors can make the edges cook faster than the middle, so you end up with a soft,…
When you spot 170 degrees in a baking recipe, it almost always means 170 degrees Celsius. That’s a moderate temp—about 338 degrees Fahrenheit—perfect for gently baking cakes, cookies, and a bunch of other treats. Getting this right helps you set your oven so you don’t end up with dry or burnt bakes. If you’re using…
Baking in a fan oven isn’t rocket science, but you do need to make one key change: lower the temperature by about 15°C (25°F) compared to a regular oven. The fan pushes hot air all around, so things cook faster and more evenly. You can use a fan oven for almost any recipe, but it…
Tips for Perfectly Baked Cakes Every Time When your cake comes out gooey in the middle, it’s just plain annoying. The best fix? Lower the oven temperature and let it bake a bit longer. This way, the heat sneaks into the center instead of scorching the edges. It’s a simple trick, but it works. Try…
Adjusting baking time mostly comes down to the size and depth of your batter. If your batter sits deeper or you use a smaller pan, you’ll usually want to increase the baking time and maybe lower the heat a bit to keep things from burning. On the flip side, a larger pan with a thinner…
When you level a cake, the temperature matters more than you might think. Always wait until your cake layers are totally cool—or even cold—before leveling. This simple move keeps your cake from crumbling or falling apart while you trim it. Warm cakes just fall to pieces, and that’s a headache no one wants. Warm cakes…