If you’re planning to bake a tiered cake with layers of different sizes such as 12-inch, 9-inch, and 6-inch, it’s crucial to start by determining the area of the larger cake pans to adjust the recipe quantities accordingly. Remember that when you’re baking, the diameter of the cake tin you’re using greatly influences the end result.
Springform tins are recommended for easy removal of the cake, with a bottom that releases from the sides. For special occasions where a tiered cake is desired, consider these dimensions for cake tins:
- 6” x 2 3/4“ (15cm x 7cm)
- 7” x 3 1/4“ (18cm x 8cm)
- 8” x 3 1/4” (20cm x 8cm)
- 12” x 3 ½” (30cm x 9cm)
- Also available: 9” x 2 ½” (23cm x 6cm)
Located in Barnham, West Sussex, you can find a variety of cake tins suitable for any baking project. When you’re ready to bake, start by preheating the oven to 140 degrees centigrade (120 fan). Grease and line your chosen baking tin, including the sides. Cakes that are 3-6 inches high, baked in the same size tin, will yield the same number of servings due to the uniform cutting pattern.
The cake recipe provided, which includes large eggs, caster sugar, butter, cocoa powder, self-raising flour, baking powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, is designed for a 6-inch cake tin. This recipe is versatile and can also be used with different sized deep-sided cake tins, particularly two 6-inch round cakes.
For a smooth baking process, ensure to grease your cake tins well and line them with parchment paper. This technique of scaling recipes requires knowing the volume of batter produced by your recipe for a standard round tin. If you’re looking to make a cake with two layers, most recipes will result in a cake approximately 3 inches tall when stacked with frosting.
Lakeland offers a wide range of cake tins in all shapes and sizes, from small 6-inch tins perfect for personal desserts to larger tins suitable for grand wedding cakes. Greasing two 20 cm (8 in) sandwich tins and lining the bases with baking parchment is a standard method for many recipes.
When converting recipes for different pan sizes, it’s helpful to divide the volume of the replacement cake tin by the volume of the original cake tin. Having the right size tin is essential, and Lakeland is a go-to resource for finding the perfect fit for any cake.
For those in search of high-quality baking accessories, the RHOLET 6 Inch Cake Tin for Baking is a great find. This small 15cm round cheesecake tin with a springform loose bottom ensures easy release and clean-up, a must-have for your kitchen for any occasion.
