33Uses, Tables and TipsTips on BakingBaking results Possible cause RemedyThe cake is not brownedenough underneathWrong oven level Place cake lowerThe cake sinks (becomessoggy, lumpy, streaky)Oven temperature too high Use a slightly lower settingBaking time too short Set a longer baking timeBaking times cannot be reduced by setting higher temperaturesToo much liquid in the mixture Use less liquid.Pay attention to mixing times,especially if using mixing machinesCake is too dry Oven temperature too low Set oven temperature higher.Baking time too long Set a shorter baking timeCake browns unevenly Oven temperature too high andbaking time too shortSet a lower oven temperatureand a longer baking timeMixture is unevenly distributed Spread the mixture evenly onthe baking trayGrease filter is inserted Take out the grease filterCake does not cook in thebaking time givenTemperature too low Use a slightly higher oven settingGrease filter is inserted Take out the grease filter