Cake pans are a useful addition to your kitchenware and are specifically customized for baking cakes. The general types of celebration cakes that are baked in cake pans are round, square or rectangular. Round cake pans are usually 8 inches in diameter. Square or rectangular cake pans generally come in 8 x 12 inches or 9 x 13 inches.
Apart from the round, square or rectangular cake pans, you can also choose specialized cake pans which can be heart shaped, diamond or in an animal shape. You can add icing and decorations to these original shapes to create a perfect cake for a special occasion.
Traditionally, cake pans were made from metal, ceramic or glass. Modern spring form metal cake pans are generally designed in regular shapes and snap apart enabling you to take the cake out easily. Glass and enamel cake pans are generally not as popular as metal.
These days, many bakers prefer silicone cake pans over metal ones as silicone cake pans can be baked at high temperatures and are also sub-zero temperature tolerant. Since the interior of silicone cake pans are non-stick, it is very easy to remove the cake without damaging it. Silicone is a sturdy material so these cake pans can also be used in a dishwasher and last longer than their metal counterparts.
Cake pans can also be used to make tiered cakes and to bake bread. While baking ensure you grease the cake pans as per your recipe requirements. Never fill the cake pans more than three-quarters full. Sometimes, cakes bake faster around the edges of the cake pans than in the centre. This happens more with heavier, buttery batters or in cake pans with a large circumference. Modern cake pans come in so many shapes and sizes, it is easy to choose one that best suits your needs.
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