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Problem
Possible Solution
Lumps in batter
or dough
• Sift the flours and sugar before mixing.
Cooked pavlova
weeping (sugar not
dissolved)
• Continue to whip, until all sugar is dissolved. Test
by rubbing a small amount of mixture between
your fingers; if sugar granules are still felt, further
mixing is required.
Beaters or dough
hooks are stalling
• Dough or batter is too thick; add more liquid
or reduce quantity.
• Chocolate nuts, or fruit pieces are too large;
reduce the size of these ingredients to avoid
this problem.
Trouble-shooting Guide
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