I am in the process of baking 2 - 12" heart shaped tiers for my daughter's wedding cake. The first layer was not completely cooked in the middle. The second one I used the heat nails - took a long time to bake - outside seems burnt. Does anyone have any suggestions as to how to properly bake the 12" cakes. (the oven has been calibrated)

Thank you for all responses,
Beverly

Anyone?

Hmmm, I'm at a loss since you used a nail in the middle. Maybe turning your oven down about 15 to 20 degrees & just baking a bit longer??? I hope you get it figured out - it's so frustrating when you know it should work and doesn't!

How much batter r u putting in the pans? If you over fill them it will not bake properly. Ive never used the heart shaped pans but when I bake my 12' square or circle cakes it takes about an hour.