Hi there: I'm planning to purchase 3 of the 9" round cake pans. Can anyone tell me what height pans (2" or 3") would be preferable and why? Thanks!
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It's really a matter of preference. I have both and use them for different things.I use my 3" pans almost exclusively for decorated cakes. It gives me taller cake, with more white space between the top and bottom border. And I avoid the difficulty of the layers.For non decorated cakes, I use the 2" pans and layer them because I usually want a frosting or filling layer in the middle.I sometimes use the 3" pan for filled decorated cakes and slice it in half (vs using the 2" layers) because I find it easier to get a level cake that way than with the layers baked separately. It's really a matter of preference. I have both and use them for different things.I use my 3" pans almost exclusively for decorated cakes. It gives me taller cake, with more white space between the top and bottom border. And I avoid the difficulty of the layers.For non decorated cakes, I use the 2" pans and layer them because I usually want a frosting or filling layer in the middle.I sometimes use the 3" pan for filled decorated cakes and slice it in half (vs using the 2" layers) because I find it easier to get a level cake that way than... » Read More It's really a matter of preference. I have both and use them for different things.I use my 3" pans almost exclusively for decorated cakes. It gives me taller cake, with more white space between the top and bottom border. And I avoid the difficulty of the layers.For non decorated cakes, I use the 2" pans and layer them because I usually want a frosting or filling layer in the middle.I sometimes use the 3" pan for filled decorated cakes and slice it in half (vs using the 2" layers) because I find it easier to get a level cake that way than with the layers baked separately. « Show Less
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Both are good. It's up to you. In my experience I prefer the 2'' cause I put the batter in 2 pans and I just take them out and they're are my layers (so I have 2 layers of 2'' each) and I don't have to cut a cake in half and then put the filing. On this way I know my layers are even and the same height. But as I said, it's up to you.
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I found the 3" easier to get straight sides and not have big gaps in between the layers, because the cakes didn't "dome up" so high in the middle. (Does that make sense?) I guess I mean the tops were flatter. Any way I have both and the 3" seem to work better for me.
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Both are good. It's up to you. In my experience I prefer the 2'' cause I put the batter in 2 pans and I just take them out and they're are my layers (so I have 2 layers of 2'' each) and I don't have to cut a cake in half and then put the filing.On this way I know my layers are even and the same height.But as I said, it's up to you.
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I bought the 3-inch because I wanted taller layers without having to create a cuff at the top with parchment. I love the look of the cakes with the 3-inch tall size. Just be sure to get a recipe for this height. I used them for a wedding cake and it was beautiful! I found great pointers for the amount of batter to use for 3" tall pans online.
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The bottom of these measures 2" from side to side so it will fit into the standards muffin pan (which are 2.5" from side to side) - I tried it in my standard muffin pan and it fits. However, these do flare out a lot at the top so depending on how full you fill it, it may spread out a lot (as much as 4" or more from side to side?). These are 3" tall. I also bought the Wilton Jumbo Size which are 2 and 1/4 inches from side to side at the bottom and a little under 2" tall so they will also fit into a standard muffin pan.
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A double layer will fit as long as the cake is no more than 8 inch in diameter. No three layers is to high, wont fit especially if your planning on adding frosting!
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Since brownie mix does not rise like cake mix you would have to fill to cover the smaller circle in the pan. If you are going to add filling, then you have to fill about 1" to 2" from top. I love this pan. Good luck
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Which pan are you curious about I bought 2. One was 12" and while I haven't measured it, I would estimate the cooking surface area to be 10". I haven't used the other one,it's stored and not handy to check.
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what is your regular size? if you mean like a 9" - 3" pan, then you need more about 6.
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I'm sorry but I think you read someone else's review. The packaging containing all three pans might be 5 inches but their is no pan 5 inches deep in this set. I hope this answered your questions. Nancy
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I would look on fat daddio's website, they have a whole chart that explains how many cups of batter should be used for each pan and you'll be able to see which one uses half the batter of the 9in.
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Using a tape measure and my pans, I get 8 1/4" for the inside bottom and 8 3/4" for the inside top (It's only a 9" at the top if you add the lip to the measure). The inside bottom edge is a bit rounded -- hard to explain. Somebody else might say that the inside bottom is a little wider than my measure (closer to 8 1/2" if you measure to where the side is more straight than rounded). But the pan does angle out slightly from bottom to top. I haven't found that to be a problem for my cakes. If you get these, one tip is to be sure you press down as you spin the lever. Otherwise you'll remove some of the cake bottom. Using a tape measure and my pans, I get 8 1/4" for the inside bottom and 8 3/4" for the inside top (It's only a 9" at the top if you add the lip to the measure). The inside bottom edge is a bit rounded -- hard to explain. Somebody else might say that the inside bottom is a little wider than my measure (closer to 8 1/2" if you measure to where the side is more straight than rounded). But the pan does angle out slightly from bottom to top. I haven't found that to be a problem for my cakes. If you get these, one tip is to be sure you press down as you spin the lever.... » Read More Using a tape measure and my pans, I get 8 1/4" for the inside bottom and 8 3/4" for the inside top (It's only a 9" at the top if you add the lip to the measure). The inside bottom edge is a bit rounded -- hard to explain. Somebody else might say that the inside bottom is a little wider than my measure (closer to 8 1/2" if you measure to where the side is more straight than rounded). But the pan does angle out slightly from bottom to top. I haven't found that to be a problem for my cakes. If you get these, one tip is to be sure you press down as you spin the lever. Otherwise you'll remove some of the cake bottom. « Show Less
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None of the pans come with directions :( I found this on a review. 6" pan - 4 cups batter 8" pan - 7 cups batter 10" pan - 11 cups batter 12" pan - 15 3/4 cups batter If ordering, want to order at least a month before use. I ordered mine at the end of month 27th and did not receive until the following month around 25th. Hope this helps. I made a birthday cake with top 3 tiers, feed over 20 people.
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These pans are 10", 9 ", and 8". They're not like cake pans you would use to make a graduated layer cake. These pans are used individually for things like cheesecake and upside down cakes.
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Jamie, mine measure that same as S. Sparke commented. I would not order them as the quality is not nearly as good as the brand I had before. The "arm" does not sit fully down on the cake pan bottom, so the cake does not release without taking off a bottom layer of the cake. The arm being raised also makes them a hassle to clean. Hope this helps with your purchasing decision. Deanna P.
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There are recipes out there for a 12 cup Bundt pan probably on the Food Channel site. There are also recipe books specializing in bundt cakes that call for this size. You will need to spend some time at the library or book store to check out these recipes. A lot of the boxed mixes specify the size of the bundt pan you should use. Anyway, if you are still afraid of over flow, a) you can bake it on a lined cookie sheet or like a jelly roll pan that has a lip or b) cut back on the batter and experiment a little bit c) call Nordic Ware customer service and discuss it with their support department. Their number is on line. Nordic Ware is a great product. I think you'll like it... super reliable. I'm never disappoint with any of the ones I have. Good Luck!
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I just got mine. I have a 9 X 13 that I was hoping to be able to use, but the handles make it entirely too long. Do you know where I could find a 9X13 GLASS pan WITHOUT handles? I need this size for my cake, but I HATE to use the big stove oven.
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I used a regular size cake pan. 13x9 approximately and it fit w a little room to spare. Turned out great. Hope that is helpful! Good luck!
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It is significantly shorter, narrower, and taller than a 9x13 pan. I'd be reluctant to try a cake designed for a 9x13 pan, since (depending on the recipe) the cake might not get done in the middle by the time the edges were done. Length = 1 lasagna noodle. Width = three lasagna noodles (slightly overlapping) Great for a small lasagna.
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For a 9" round, 3" High cake you probably need 2lbs of Marzipan. Knead it out over castor sugar (Confectioners, in USA) and roll to a 'minimum thickness" of 1/4". I personally prefer a 3/8" layer. I hope this helps, good luck!