5 Reasons a Cake Sinks, Plus 3 Fixes
Have you ever been disappointed when your delicious cake sinks right in the middle? Why cakes sink and how to stop them from sinking are both important things to know. Read on to understand why and learn 3 ways to stop a cake from sinking!
Yield: 1 cake
Equipment
- cake leveler optional (you can use a knife instead)
- extra frosting
Materials
- 1 layer sunken cake
Instructions
How To Fix A Cake That Sunk In The Middle (3 Ways!)
- Level off with a serrated knife or cake leveler: Use a serrated knife or cake leveler to cut off the top of cakes that have sunk in the middle. This will make cakes even and flat, so cakes can be frosted without any bumps or dips. Sometimes it's just the top that is underbaked and the bottom is still ok making it easier to save.
- Frost away the imperfection: You can level the cake using your favorite frosting recipe. Simply spread it around the cake and make sure cakes are level. This means there may be more frosting in one spot than another, but it will be hard to tell the difference! This can help cakes look perfect while also adding flavor to cakes.
- Add a filling: If cakes are too far sunken, you can fill them with jam or custard before icing cakes. This will bring cakes back up to their original shape and provide an extra burst of flavor too.
Notes
Please remember that if a cake is completely underbakes it may be safer to throw out and start all over. These tips and tricks are for when the cake has just sunk a bit and is still salvageable.