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By Pauly 02 Mar 2013 16:15	Level cakes There must be an easy way or ensuring that your cake rises evenly and not like a mountain. All the cake pictures I see are nice and flat. Do they just cut the top off before they decorate it? Reply Quote
By Welshcookie 02 Mar 2013 16:36	Level cakes Check your oven temperature is correct, with a thermometer. Reply Quote
By Thistledo 02 Mar 2013 17:04	Level cakes I take it we're talking about fruit cakes. Yes, some people do level the top off if it rises too much, then they turn it upside down and decorate the bottom. Reply Quote
By sam from worthing 02 Mar 2013 17:20	level cakes or if its a victoria sponge type cake, take a spoon that has been dunked in warm water, and make a tiny dent in the centre of your cake mix, and swirl it outwards, then any rise should level off during the cooking process. Reply Quote
By Pauly 02 Mar 2013 18:17	Level cakes Thanks for the replies. Yes I did mean sponge cakes (and cup cakes too). I will check my temperature and try the warm spoon idea. Does having the oven set to the fan make a difference? Reply Quote
By Welshcookie 02 Mar 2013 18:29	Level cakes Yes the fan does make a difference. Set it about 20 degrees lower, but consult the handbook for more accurate information. Reply Quote