Cake Scaling & Baking Calculator

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Recipe Ingredients

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Original Recipe

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Original Temperature (°F)

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Recipe Details

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Complete Recipe

Baking Tips

Precise Ingredient Scaling Scale recipe ingredients up or down with mathematical precision. Maintain perfect ratios for consistent results every time.

Smart Time Adjustment Automatically adjust baking time based on pan size changes. Uses surface area calculations for accurate time modifications.

Pan Size Conversion Convert between different pan shapes and sizes. Calculate area differences and adjust recipes accordingly.

Complete Recipe Cards Generate complete recipe cards with scaled ingredients, adjusted times, and professional baking tips.

Pan Size Guide: Different pan sizes affect baking time and ingredient distribution. Larger pans create thinner layers that bake faster, while smaller pans create thicker layers that need more time.

Pan Type	Size	Area (sq in)	Typical Servings
Round	6 inch	28	4-6
Round	8 inch	50	6-8
Round	9 inch	64	8-10
Square	8x8 inch	64	9-12
Rectangular	9x13 inch	117	12-15
Bundt	10 inch	79	12-16

Cake Recipe Scaler - Perfect Portions Every Time

Need to adjust your favorite cake recipe for a different crowd size or pan? Our cake scaling calculator helps you resize recipes with precision, adjust baking times for different pans, and create perfect cakes for any occasion.

The Science of Recipe Scaling

Recipe scaling isn't just multiplication - it requires understanding how ingredients interact. Our calculator maintains proper ratios while accounting for the non-linear nature of some ingredients like leavening agents and spices.

How Pan Size Affects Baking Time

Baking time adjustments are based on surface area calculations. Larger pans create thinner layers that bake faster, while smaller pans create thicker layers requiring more time. Our calculator uses the square root of the area ratio for accurate time adjustments.

Professional Baking Tips

Always measure ingredients by weight when possible for best results. Preheat your oven properly and avoid opening the door during the first 75% of baking time. Use the toothpick test and visual cues to determine doneness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I scale any recipe up or down?

Most cake recipes scale well between 0.5x and 3x the original size. Very large scaling factors may require adjustments to leavening agents and mixing techniques.

How do I convert between different pan shapes?

Our calculator compares surface areas between pans. A 9-inch round pan (64 sq in) is roughly equivalent to an 8x8 square pan (64 sq in) in terms of batter volume and baking time.

Why is my scaled recipe not turning out right?

Ensure you're measuring accurately, especially for scaled amounts. Some ingredients like vanilla extract and salt don't scale linearly - use your judgment for very small or large batches.

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