Cake crafting is a fulfilling but often frustrating art. The potential for a sugary disaster is so great that it can seem impossible to create a beautiful dessert. Take heart; with a few tips, you can produce a culinary masterpiece.
1. Check Your Measurements
Cake is a fickle mistress. Too much flour, and you have a dry brick. Too little, and you get a fallen mess. The best way to ensure that you have the proper amount of your ingredients is to weigh them. A scale will give you a far more accurate reading than a measuring cup. If you have to use a cup, then level the top with a flat object.