Problem
Possible cause and remedy
Cakes or biscuits are
not properly cooked
after the time
recommended in the
chart.
Check that the correct temperature has been set.
Check whether there has been a change to the recipe.
The addition of more liquid or more eggs makes a
moister mix which would take longer to cook.
Check the material and colour of the baking tins being
used.
Bright shiny tins are not very suitable. Try using a
different tin next time. These reflect heat, making it
more difficult for the heat to reach the food. The food
will not cook through properly.
Cakes or biscuits are
unevenly browned.
There is always likely to be small differences in the level
of browning.
If the difference is very noticeable, check whether the
temperature setting is high enough, and also the
material and colour of the baking tins.
Bright shiny tins are not very suitable. Try using a
different tin next time. These reflect heat, which means
that the heat does not penetrate the food effectively,
resulting in uneven or poor browning.
Baking
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