why do my cup cakes taste very dry? - Cake Decorating Community - Cakes We Bake2024-03-28T14:12:25Zhttps://cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very?commentId=4635016%3AComment%3A1106&feed=yes&xn_auth=noYou may be slightly overcooki…tag:cakeswebake.com,2011-03-14:4635016:Comment:2682372011-03-14T03:33:19.075ZRebeccahttps://cakeswebake.com/profile/Rebecca803
You may be slightly overcooking them.....that will definately do it
You may be slightly overcooking them.....that will definately do it sour cream. I use it in all I…tag:cakeswebake.com,2010-11-28:4635016:Comment:1749492010-11-28T05:43:10.315ZConnie Walkerhttps://cakeswebake.com/profile/ConnieWalker
sour cream. I use it in all I bake, Start with about 1/4 cup makes big differance.
sour cream. I use it in all I bake, Start with about 1/4 cup makes big differance. Cupcakes can overbake so easi…tag:cakeswebake.com,2010-06-25:4635016:Comment:856922010-06-25T00:24:47.980ZMrs. Phttps://cakeswebake.com/profile/MrsP
Cupcakes can overbake so easily! I watch mine like a hawk! I've stopped baking two pans at a time to avoid uneven baking. I always set the timer for less time than called for and check them with a toothpick, then bake for an additional 30-45 seconds as seems fit. Good luck :)<br />
p.s. I use doctored cake mixes so they are pretty foolproof :)
Cupcakes can overbake so easily! I watch mine like a hawk! I've stopped baking two pans at a time to avoid uneven baking. I always set the timer for less time than called for and check them with a toothpick, then bake for an additional 30-45 seconds as seems fit. Good luck :)<br />
p.s. I use doctored cake mixes so they are pretty foolproof :) Sugar acts as a liquid in bak…tag:cakeswebake.com,2010-06-22:4635016:Comment:837842010-06-22T20:09:12.709ZKaren Mariehttps://cakeswebake.com/profile/KarenSquillante
Sugar acts as a liquid in baked goods so if you reduce the sugar you have to replace the liquid....more oil, applesauce, fruit juice, milk etc.....eggs can be added but they also act as tougheners so too many will make then too firm. Yolks alone will add moisture.
Sugar acts as a liquid in baked goods so if you reduce the sugar you have to replace the liquid....more oil, applesauce, fruit juice, milk etc.....eggs can be added but they also act as tougheners so too many will make then too firm. Yolks alone will add moisture. I love agave nectar I use it…tag:cakeswebake.com,2010-03-18:4635016:Comment:289262010-03-18T00:32:21.966ZDena Bryngelsonhttps://cakeswebake.com/profile/DenaBryngelson
I love agave nectar I use it in everything! It doesn't have the strong flavor of honey either<br />
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<cite>Amanda Garcia said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very#4635016Comment7225"><div>Next time when looking for a lower sugar alternative, try using agave nectar. It's lower on the glycemic index than granulated sugar. Check this link out:…<br></br> <br></br></div>
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I love agave nectar I use it in everything! It doesn't have the strong flavor of honey either<br />
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<cite>Amanda Garcia said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very#4635016Comment7225"><div>Next time when looking for a lower sugar alternative, try using agave nectar. It's lower on the glycemic index than granulated sugar. Check this link out:<br/> <br/>
<a href="http://www.ehow.com/how_2309255_bake-agave-nectar.html" target="_blank">http://www.ehow.com/how_2309255_bake-agave-nectar.html</a><br/>
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One thing they don't mention though is that if using agave nectar in baking you should reduce your oven heat by 25 degrees, and increase your baking time. Otherwise whatever you're baking will brown. Enjoy!<br/>
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<cite>The Topping said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very#4635016Comment1106"><div>I just received an email from a client of mine, that stated the last batch of cupcakes she ordered from me were very dry as well! I was so shocked since the two flavors she chose I've made a zillion times and always come out moist and rich. She did ask for me to reduce the sugar (without adding any filler like Splenda, etc) so I played around with fresh fruit purees and the test cakes came out great - but hers, I guess not! Sugar is a humectant so I think in reducing that, that's where mine fell, but how long are you baking your cups? Is your oven new or old and does it vary in temp a lot? I just updated an oven and realized that it is SO different from the others I have to be very careful when baking my cupcakes.</div>
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I understand your concern, I always prominently list my ingredients before serving any type of food to people as allergies run in my family and it's become 2nd nature... Coconut oil and solids are very prevalent in a lot of foods sold on store shelves and it is becoming very popular in the health food section foods...<br />
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I understand your concern, I always prominently list my ingredients before serving any type of food to people as allergies run in my family and it's become 2nd nature... Coconut oil and solids are very prevalent in a lot of foods sold on store shelves and it is becoming very popular in the health food section foods...<br />
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<cite>Lynne Salmon said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very?commentId=4635016%3AComment%3A19332&xg_source=msg_com_forum#4635016Comment19332"><div><cite>Kathie said:<i><br/> <br/>
Please be careful with something like this. There are people, like me, who are very allergic to coconut :( If I were to eat that I'd end up in the hospital not being able to breath! It would never occure to me to ask if someone uses coconut 'oil' as it is not common.</i></cite></div>
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Please be caref…tag:cakeswebake.com,2010-02-18:4635016:Comment:193322010-02-18T22:15:58.972ZLynne Salmonhttps://cakeswebake.com/profile/LynneSalmon
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Please be careful with something like this. There are people, like me, who are very allergic to coconut :( If I were to eat that I'd end up in the hospital not being able to breath! It would never occure to me to ask if someone uses coconut 'oil' as it is not common.</i></cite>
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Please be careful with something like this. There are people, like me, who are very allergic to coconut :( If I were to eat that I'd end up in the hospital not being able to breath! It would never occure to me to ask if someone uses coconut 'oil' as it is not common.</i></cite> I always add an extra egg and…tag:cakeswebake.com,2010-02-18:4635016:Comment:192182010-02-18T15:43:32.028ZKristi Butlerhttps://cakeswebake.com/profile/KristiButler
I always add an extra egg and put the cupcakes in the freezer immediately after I take them out of the oven for a couple of minutes to stop the cooking - works great every time!
I always add an extra egg and put the cupcakes in the freezer immediately after I take them out of the oven for a couple of minutes to stop the cooking - works great every time! But does it leave or have a c…tag:cakeswebake.com,2010-02-09:4635016:Comment:151432010-02-09T00:35:35.888ZIvette Mendezhttps://cakeswebake.com/profile/IvetteMendez
But does it leave or have a coconut flavor? To the cake<br />
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<cite>Kathie said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very#4635016Comment14268"><div>Yup, if you use it - use in place of the oil in the recipe... Just make sure it's unrefined, takes only seconds literally to melt it for proper measure. You can also buy Coconut oil shortening if the recipe calls for shortening : ))<br></br><br></br><cite>Theresa said:…</cite></div>
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But does it leave or have a coconut flavor? To the cake<br />
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<cite>Kathie said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very#4635016Comment14268"><div>Yup, if you use it - use in place of the oil in the recipe... Just make sure it's unrefined, takes only seconds literally to melt it for proper measure. You can also buy Coconut oil shortening if the recipe calls for shortening : ))<br/><br/><cite>Theresa said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very?commentId=4635016%3AComment%3A13581&xg_source=msg_com_forum#4635016Comment12024"><div>I am very curious about the coconut oil! I have seen it in my store and wondered about it. Do you use it in place of the veggie oil?<br/><br/><cite>Kathie said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very#4635016Comment9503"><div>I use unrefined coconut oil (looks like shortning but melts on contact) and I've never baked a dry cake or cupcake since, they have beautiful crumb and they are so moist!!! I use bakers suger and whatever flour I feel like using!</div>
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Yup, if you use it - use in place of the oil in the recipe... Just make sure it's unrefined, takes only seconds literally to melt it for proper measure. You can also buy Coconut oil shortening if the recipe calls for shortening : ))<br />
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<cite>Theresa said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very?commentId=4635016%3AComment%3A13581&xg_source=msg_com_forum#4635016Comment12024"><div>I am very curious about the coconut oil! I have seen it in…</div>
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Yup, if you use it - use in place of the oil in the recipe... Just make sure it's unrefined, takes only seconds literally to melt it for proper measure. You can also buy Coconut oil shortening if the recipe calls for shortening : ))<br />
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<cite>Theresa said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very?commentId=4635016%3AComment%3A13581&xg_source=msg_com_forum#4635016Comment12024"><div>I am very curious about the coconut oil! I have seen it in my store and wondered about it. Do you use it in place of the veggie oil?<br/> <br/>
<cite>Kathie said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.cakeswebake.com/forum/topics/why-do-my-cup-cakes-taste-very#4635016Comment9503"><div>I use unrefined coconut oil (looks like shortning but melts on contact) and I've never baked a dry cake or cupcake since, they have beautiful crumb and they are so moist!!! I use bakers suger and whatever flour I feel like using!</div>
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