How to convert pound cake baking time from 10" tube pan to two 9" round pans?
Question: I am making pound cake but I want a layer cake, not the tube pan or "angel food cake pan" style. The recipe calls for me to bake the cake for 1 hour and 20 minutes at 325 degrees F, but that's for the tube pan. What should I do for my two 9" round pans?
Answer: Bake for 30 minutes then do the toothpick check. When toothpick comes out clean and batter free the cake done. Check often after 30 minutes - should be golden brown on top.

This semester's Baking 101 series will include “Muffins and Quick Breads,” a new course offered on Jan. 29 with chef Shari Widmayer. “Let Them Eat Cake!” on March 4 and 11, and “Pie Dough” on April 15 will be taught by chef Rita Bohlumbohm. Feb. ...







