Posts by elsa77

Thank you very much for your time. I am really starting to be addicted to CC LOL. It is nice to see everyone is willing to help and share ideas.

Hi, All of the photos I have seen here have very smooth frosting? How can I get my frostinf to go on my cake smoothly? Thanks!

I just posted the cake in my photos.

Quote:Originally Posted by emmascakesIf it's happening when you're trying to take the cake out of the pan it might be that the cake isn't cool. Some cakes, dense ones, cak handle being taken out of the pan straight out of the oven. ...

Quote:Originally Posted by merissaI guess I am not sure what you mean...do you mix the cake mix and the "extra" stuff seperately? You can just mix them all up at once if that is what you are saying....I mix the extra stuff seperately...

Quote:Originally Posted by merissaI dont think a hand mixer would be the problem. Excessive Overbeating could be your problem, but cake mixes are generally pretty forgiving. I usually just mix on low for 1 minute and medium for 2...

Just thought I would add that I use a hand mixer (since I am just beginning) and I work the batter until there are air bubbles. Would that have anything to do with the results? Thanks

Thanks so much for all your help

Thanks everyone!!! I used a box mix, plus this cake extender.CAKE MIX EXTENDER 1 package regular cake mix1 cup flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup oil2/3 cup water3/4 cup sugar

Hello everyone. I have recently started as a baker and for some reason in the pan they look fine, but they deflate when I take them out of the pan. Why? Can anyone please share some tips? Thank you!