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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I used mine with a 9x13 cake and had no problems. Handle with care, follow the directions, and you should be fine. Enjoy! :)
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I would say that it may be 1 1/2" to 2"...2" may be a stretch though. I really love the pan and I have not had any cakes collapse in the baking during the baking. It really bakes evenly. Good luck!
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I use a 10" USA metal pan for browning. It is 7" on the bottom. I use a 10" ring which is 8.25" on the inside and 10.25" on the outside. The 9" ring is probably 7.25" on the inside and 9.25 on the outside.I use Pillsbury pie dough or make my own because the frozen crusts are so fragile. Measure the 9" crust across to decide. If it is more than 9" buy the 10" size . If less the 9". I bake for 15 minutes before adding the ring.
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So, the LCS3 (which is currently priced at 22 and some change) is only a 10 inch diameter and has sloped sides measuring only at 1 3/4 in (might be 1 1/4 in I'm going off memory). The LK8S3 is 10.25 diameter and the sides are not sloped they are straight and measure 2 inches high. I just used the LK8S3 this morning for a fritata with eggs, red bell peppers, baby bellas, chopped kale, and sharp cheddar on top. I have a five person family and it is big enough to produce a yummy fritata that will feed us all. I start the meal on the stove top and finish in the oven. I like the high/straight sides of this dish because you could even bake a cake in it or a pot pie etc. I have a pan comparable to the LCS3 but it is smaller in diameter (I think an 8 or 9 in). Pans with a sloped side are great for sauting and performing cooking tasks that require moving the pan around to flip the food about. The LK8S3 is quite heavy so I could only assume the LCS3 "chef's" series skillet might be more pricey because it might be lighter weight for performing tasks that require flicking of the wrists and flipping without compromising the length of the diameter and the quality of the cast iron. Don't quote me on that, the last part is only an assumption. If you want an exact explanation I'm sure someone at Lodge would be happy to assist you. They probably have a contact link on their website. Hopefully I helped, I tried my best. Have a lovely day!
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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!
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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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You've probably already made your purchase by now (or not). The following are all internal measures which is probably what you want: * Base diameter at bottom: 9.25 inches * Base diameter at top: 11 inches * Base height: ~ 1 inch * Top diameter: 11 inches * Top height: 3 inchesBoth our pie plates fit with easy. You should be able to place a 9 inch diameter, 4 inch cake in the plate without problem.
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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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if this will help if you go to your local grocery store and find a 2-3 layer cake its about exactly that size but if would be a perfect fit with a 2 layer cake so its on average the "ROUND" size of your average kitchen plate..Hope that helps...So a three layer cake may squash it but a two layer cake in height would be the PERFECT size ...height wise.
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If you are asking about height, I have worked with a 3 inch high cake without problems. If you are asking about diameter, I have cut a 10 inch cake successfully.
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my wife has not used it yet but i will give you the measurements with the two halfs together. they are a lot smaller than i thought they were before i purchased them for my wife. i would say that the cake would be about 2 1/2 inches tall and close to 4 inches across. hope this helps you.
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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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The height depends on how full you fill the pans - I've done shorter cupcakes, and rather tall ones (likely 8 or so inches) - but again, you can pile up the icing and make it taller. As for circumference, the bottom fits on a 6" cake plate with a bit of room to spare, although the cupcake itself flares a bit wider where the two pieces meet. I love this pan and have done a number of complete cupcakes, as well as used the bottom only to make a golf course cake. Hope that helps! :)
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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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The picture shows a 9"x13" cake, which is what I made as well. The image pretty much covers a cake that size. I wouldn't personally recommend using this on a round cake.... unless you're making one quite larger than the standard 9".
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I have two 9x 13 cake pans. One fits in but the other has little handles so it won't. I do love the oven and so far every thing has turned out good.