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Calphalon Bakeware Buying Guide

Baking can truly be called a culinary art–kneading the dough or whipping up the batter to the exact consistency, mixing the correct ingredients in the precise measurements, a specific oven temperature; all these factors are very important in baking. But one aspect often overlooked is the right bakeware. Calphalon bakeware offers an extensive range that provides every item you might require while baking at home.

What We Can Bake At Home

From scrumptious bread, or bread rolls.

Things You Will Need For Baking

* Baking pan * Baking sheets * Cupcake Molds * Loaf pans * Cookie sheets * Muffin pans

Quick Picks

Types of Bakeware

Choosing durable and Aluminum Bakeware * Steel Bakeware * Nonstick Bakeware * Glass Bakeware * Ceramic Bakeware * Stone Bakeware

Facts to Remember

* Check the mould you are buying for any flaws such as a bump or a bubble. It may cause uneven baking. * If you are buying bakeware for the first time, go for . Buying cheap bakeware is not worth it when you consider the mess and culinary disasters it may result in! * Don’t forget the smaller cupcake liners

Choosing Finishes

There are different finishes available in the market today. Nonstick finishes are the most popular nowadays because they prevent the batter or dough from sticking to the dish and creating a mess. Also, a darker surface means heat is absorbed quicker, which means better baking!

Choosing the Shape

This is often treated as a lighthearted matter mainly because the shape hardly affects the outcome of your baking. It is thoroughly a matter of one’s preference. There are many shapes to choose from in the market. Square and rectangle are the most popular shapes for baking dishes. One has to be careful in using a rectangle dish; unlike special bakeware that produce that particular shape.

Tips for Baking At Home

Baking at home can be a breeze if you have the right utensils such as nonstick bakeware. However, just having the right utensils does not make you a good baker! Here are some tips that will enhance your knowledge in baking: The Dough or Batter: You should always sift the flour and baking powder you put so as to avoid lumps. Bring the butter to room temperature before mixing with sugar. Fold in the eggs gently and beat well. When the batter is not beaten well, it results in dense and under-baked cakes or cookies. Dough that is too dry may result in cracked cookies. aluminum cookie sheets and don’t grease them unless mentioned in your recipe.

Other Quick Tips

* Don’t overfill the baking dish, pan, or cupcake mold. * If the cookie dough is too soft before rolling, refrigerate to ensure that it doesn’t stick to the rolling pin. Rubbing flour on the pin or the dough itself may also work. * Ingredients such as nuts, fruits, or raisins should be added at the end after mixing all the other ingredients. * It’s sensible to heat up the oven to the required temperature while you prepare the batter or dough. It saves time! * Allow your baking to cool down for some minutes before you start turning it out. * Garnishing and decorating your cakes or other recipes is just as essential as any other part of the baking procedure. Get creative and don’t hesitate to deviate from the customary decoration tips.