How To Cut Parchment Paper For Round Cakes
When I first learned how to cut parchment paper for round cakes, it was a GAME CHANGER! No more cakes sticking to the bottom of the pan and no more cakes falling apart!!!
I became obsessed with baking a few years ago and took an online course with Baker’s Street. One thing that stuck with me was learning how to properly place parchment paper into my cake pan.
Trust me, this was a huge game-changer!
Today I am going to show YOU how to properly cut parchment paper for round cakes. Before I discovered my cake pan grease I relied heavily on parchment paper. Almost ALL baking recipes call for parchment paper. Whether you are baking cookies, muffins or even cakes, parchment paper is always on the list of things that you will need.
Using parchment paper may sound like an unnecessary step but it makes releasing cakes from cake pans sooooo much EASIER!
I use this cake grease for most of my cakes, especially Bundt cakes but I also use parchment paper as a bonus.
Why You Will Love This Method!
Cakes can be a lot of fun to bake, HOWEVER, when it comes to removing round cakes from a cake pan, well …. This can sometimes be challenging.
Typically, once a cake is baked, the sides often loosen more easily than the bottom. However, when the bottom decides to be stubborn, it can ruin the entire cake.
Surprisingly, using parchment paper can prevent a messy situation and, instead, ensure a smooth release, leaving you with a stunning masterpiece without the hassle!
And yes, as I mentioned earlier, you can (and should) use cake grease for ALLLLL your cakes, but using parchment paper can ALSO go a long way.
Equipment Needed:
Parchment Paper
Scissors
Round Cake pan: Any size
How To Cut Parchment Paper For Round Cakes
Step One:
First, start with a single sheet of parchment paper. The size of the parchment paper should be as wide as your round cake pan.
Step Two:
Next, fold the parchment paper in half
Step Three:
Fold the sheet of paper again. You should be left with a medium size square.
Step Four:
Fold again…
Step Five:
Fold diagonally. This time you will be left with a triangle.
Step Six:
Fold the triangle in half, you will be left with a much thinner triangle.
Step Seven:
Flip your round cake pan over, so the opening of your cake pan is facing the bottom. Place your thin triangle of parchment paper on top of your cake pan. You want the tip of the paper touching the center of the cake pan.
Step Eight:
Take your scissors and cut the parchment paper along the outer curve of the cake pan
Step Nine:
Finally, unfold the paper and place the parchment paper into the round cake pan. You SHOULD be left with a perfect circle!
Question?
Can this be used for any cake pan?
This method can be used for any size ROUND cake pan, regardless of what size round pan.
Is parchment paper the same as wax paper?
No! Parchment paper is heat resistant and can be used in the oven to bake with, whereas wax paper is more for the fridge or freezer.
Never bake with wax paper.
Can I avoid parchment paper and just grease the pan?
Of course! The parchment paper is an extra layer that helps when releasing cakes from the pan.
Should I use parchment paper on the sides of the pan?
Always grease your entire pan BEFORE lining them with parchment paper. You can add parchment paper to the sides, the cake grease will help the parchment paper to stick.
Want To Learn More?
If you enjoyed this post on How To Cut Parchment Paper For Round Cakes, have a look at my instructions on Brown Butter or my All Things Bundt Pan post.
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Jas.
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