Mixes are a convenient ingredient for making cakes, and usually contain ingredients such as flour, sugar, and leavening culture. To make a cake made with a mix more fluffy, you can consider the following:
Mixing time: Do not over-stir the batter to avoid triggering too much gluten in the batter, causing the cake to become too tight and lose its fluffiness. Just mix well, don't overdo it.
Temperature control: Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature, including eggs, butter, etc. Ingredients that are too cold or too hot may affect the texture of the cake.
Starter cultures: Make sure that the starter culture in the mix is within the shelf life, as the effect of the starter culture may wane over time. Also, don't leave the cake batter too far in advance so that the starter doesn't work.
Add liquid: If the batter is too dry, the cake tends to become tight. You can add a moderate amount of liquid (such as milk, yogurt, etc.), but not too much so as not to affect the consistency of the batter.
Oven temperature and time: Preheat the oven to the recommended temperature and bake for the time directed in the recipe. Oven temperatures that are too high or too long can cause the cake to become dry and hard.
Use eggs: Eggs are the binder and leavening agent in cakes and have a big impact on the fill power. Make sure to use fresh eggs and add them as the recipe requires.
Here's a basic cake recipe for making simple cakes. This recipe can be adjusted as needed, adding vanilla extract or other flavoring agents to suit your taste preferences.
* Cake base recipe.
Ingredients:
2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder (double baking powder)
1 2 teaspoons salt.
1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened at room temperature.
1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar.
4 large eggs, room temperature.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
1 cup (240 ml) milk, room temperature.
Method:
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
Prepare the cake mold: Spread a thin layer of butter on the bottom of the cake mold and sprinkle some flour to make sure the cake doesn't stick to the mold.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together to make sure the mixture is even.
Whisk the butter and sugar: Using a blender, whisk together the room-temperature softened butter and white granulated sugar until light yellow and fluffy. This step usually takes 3-5 minutes.
Add the eggs: Add the eggs one by one, stirring well each time before adding the next one. Add the vanilla extract and continue stirring.
Alternate dry ingredients and milk: Add the flour and milk mixture gradually, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Stir gently, not too much, so as not to over-excite the gluten.
Pour into cake molds: Pour the batter into the prepared cake molds, ensuring an even distribution.
Baking: Bake cake tins in a preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the surface of the cake is golden brown and no batter adheres to the toothpick.
Cooling: Allow the cake to cool slightly in the molds, then pour it out and continue to cool completely on the grill.
Once you're done, you have a basic cake base that you can add with different frostings, fruits, or other garnishes to personalize your cake as needed. Hope you have fun doing it and enjoy the delicious cake!
Keep in mind that the ingredients may vary from brand to brand, and it's best to follow the specific instructions and recipes on the package. Practical experience is also important, gradually finding a way to suit your baking Xi habits and taste preferences.