Baking Basics: Temperature and Techniques

What is the ideal oven temperature for baking a standard cake?

• 150°C

• 180°C

• 200°C

• 220°C

Why is it important to preheat the oven before baking a cake?

• To save energy

• To ensure even baking

• To make the cake rise faster

• To prevent the cake from sticking

What is the purpose of alternating wet and dry ingredients when mixing cake batter?

• To make the batter thicker

• To prevent overmixing

• To add more flavour

• To make the cake rise higher

What is the recommended cooling time for a cake before frosting?

• 10 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 1 hour

• 2 hours

What is the effect of baking a cake at a temperature higher than recommended?

• The cake will be undercooked

• The cake will be too moist

• The cake will burn on the outside

• The cake will not rise

What is the best way to check if a cake is done baking?

• Tap the top of the cake

• Insert a toothpick into the centre

• Check the colour of the cake

• Shake the cake pan

What is the ideal temperature for frosting a cake?

• Room temperature

• 5°C

• 10°C

• 15°C

Why should you let a cake cool completely before frosting?

• To make the cake more flavourful

• To prevent the frosting from melting

• To make the cake softer

• To make the cake rise more

What is the effect of opening the oven door frequently while baking a cake?

• The cake will bake faster

• The cake will become dry

• The cake will collapse

• The cake will become more moist

What is the purpose of using parchment paper in cake pans?

• To add flavour

• To prevent sticking

• To make the cake rise

• To make the cake more moist