How To Make Cake Pan Release
Once in a while I find something that changes the way I cook or bake in a big way. Cake pan release is on that list.
If you typically grease then flour your baking pans for all of your baking pan prep you are in for a treat.
What is cake pan release
Cake pan release can go by different names. Cake release, pan grease, cake goop and oh-my-goodness-where-have-you-been.
Cake release is used when preparing pans so cakes fall out easily. It can also be used for other baked goods including brownies, bars and quick breads.
It is made with equal parts of shortening, flour and oil.
You can use cake pan release in any step that calls for you to prepare a pan with grease and flour. It helps to ensure your wonderful baked goods actually come out of the pan.
How to use cake pan release
Instead of greasing then flouring a baking pan, cake release does it all in one step. You can apply it with a pastry brush or a paper towel.
I particularly like using cake pan release for Bundt cake pans or pans that have intricate designs. It is extremely helpful for covering grooves and corners.
Storing cake release
Cake release should be stored in an airtight container such as a glass jar or plastic food storage container.
It is generally recommended that pan release kept in the fridge should be used within 6 months and if kept at room temperature to use within 2 weeks.
If your pan release ever starts to separate no problem, just stir until it comes together again.
How to make cake pan release
Homemade cake pan release is easy to make, affordable and can save you time when preparing baking pans.
Instructions
You’ll need
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Note: You can increase or decrease the measurements to make as little or as much cake release as you’d like, just use the same measure for each ingredient.
- Beat shortening for about 30 seconds just to get it started
2. Add the flour and beat on a low setting until evenly mixed
3. Slowly add the vegetable oil
If you have any lumps keep mixing, they will eventually go away
Scrape down the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed
Mix until smooth and thoroughly blended
There you go!
Pour into an airtight container such as a glass jar or plastic food storage container.
To use cake release simple apply with a pastry brush to a baking pan
There you go!
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