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Getting My Cake Level!!

Decorating By ikklejo Updated 16 Jun 2009 , 3:01am by Kenzy

ikklejo Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 2:43pm

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Hiya, just wondering if anyone haqd any good tips? I havent got a kitchen aid and am struggling to get my cakes level, anyone can help??

Thanks

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beachcakes Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 2:55pm

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You will find varying techiques here for levelling cakes. I use the Wilton small leveler - costs around $4 at Michaels. I also have a torpedo level that I use once the cake is filled to ensure it's completely level.

ikklejo Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 2:58pm

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Thanks alot will try those

linsa Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 3:05pm

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I use the cake strips that make that cake rise evenly then I use the wilton cake leveler and then I actually use a level and serrated knife until it's perfect!

JensAddiction Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 3:10pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by beachcakes

You will find varying techiques here for levelling cakes. I use the Wilton small leveler - costs around $4 at Michaels. I also have a torpedo level that I use once the cake is filled to ensure it's completely level.

Can you post links? I'm trying to figure this one out too, and I searched the site but couldn't find anything specific on leveling cakes. Thanks!!!

ikklejo Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 3:10pm

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wow sounds very effective will try too!

Thanks

CanadianCakin Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 3:29pm

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Interesting i have never heard of the torpedo leveler?! Must look in into that!
I use the Wilton bake-even strips while baking then the wilton small leveler

beachcakes Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 4:08pm

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Here is the cake leveler http://www.wilton.com/store/site/product.cfm?id=3E30D67E-475A-BAC0-5792C543763E855E&fid=78510F78-475A-BAC0-5DD469DF1DB0367C

And a torpedo level is just a small level you can buy at the hardware store. Mine's plastic http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&productId=100648004

indydebi Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 4:30pm

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I learned this one here on CC; gave it a try and it works great!

Remove the cake from the pan. Place 2 or 3 cardboards in the pan. Place the cake back in the pan. The cake is now slightly taller than the pan. Using the pan as a guide, slide off the top. And there you have it .... a PERFECTLY level cake!

I do this once in awhile when I have a cake that doesn't rise higher than the pan.

katherinem Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 4:34pm

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I have the strips but i used them maybe once or twice but I do use the wilton leveler every time - very easy - take only a few seconds.

chefjulie Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 4:38pm

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I use an Agbay deluxe! I get a perfectly level and torted cake every time and it's 100% reliable and stress free. Worth EVERY penny

ikklejo Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 4:39pm

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Remove the cake from the pan. Place 2 or 3 cardboards in the pan. Place the cake back in the pan. The cake is now slightly taller than the pan. Using the pan as a guide, slide off the top. And there you have it .... a PERFECTLY level cake!

- Thats a really good one i will try that thanks

bsharp Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 4:45pm

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I use the larger cake leveler and love it. Also put a liquid level on top of cake to make sure its level all the way around.

tiggy2 Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 4:48pm

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Every time I used the wilton large leveler my cake was uneven. It's a real piece of crap. I'm ordering the agbay next month.

yazzie82 Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 5:36pm

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I've been told to put a flower nail in while i bake the cake. I tried it and it didn't work i still had to level the cake myself by cutting it.

indydebi Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 6:26pm

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Flower nail, heating core, baking strips .... they will help REDUCE the amount of doming, but they won't eliminate it completely. They help the cake bake more evenly and uniform. So yeah .... you may still have to do some trimming but your cakes will bake better because of even heat distribution.

hollynme2 Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 6:52pm

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I just used my new Agbay leveller...WOW. I've never had such a beautiful result, and Maureen from Agbay is such a delight to work with!!

Stacey16303 Posted 15 Jun 2009 , 9:21pm

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ikklejo

Remove the cake from the pan. Place 2 or 3 cardboards in the pan. Place the cake back in the pan. The cake is now slightly taller than the pan. Using the pan as a guide, slide off the top. And there you have it .... a PERFECTLY level cake!

- Thats a really good one i will try that thanks

Great tip!! Thanks so much! I LOVE this site!