The BAKING MISTAKES you didn't know you were making!

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Ever ended up with a dry, overly dense, broken or sunken cake? Chances are you're making a baking mistake without even knowing it! In this video I'll be taking you through 9 common baking mistakes that are so easy to avoid, it's just about knowing that they're mistakes in the first place! :) Baking can be a little tricky, as they say, baking is a science! But knowing a little about the science involved in baking really goes a long way, and will help you become a more confident baker. These are tips and tricks I wish I knew before I started baking, so I really hope this helps you with your baking journey :D
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - 00:13 - Intro
00:13 - 00:56 - Mistake 1 (overmixing cake batter)
00:56 - 02:25 - Mistake 2 (measuring your flour incorrectly)
02:25 - 02:53 - Mistake 3 (using expired baking powder or baking soda)
02:53 - 03:08 - Mistake 4 (using cold ingredients)
03:08 - 03:52 - Mistake 5 (not creaming your butter and sugar correctly)
03:52 - 04:25 - Mistake 6 (opening the oven door too early)
04:25 - 04:42 - Mistake 7 (not greasing/lining cake pans)
04:42 - 05:11 - Mistake 8 (letting your cake batter sit for too long before baking it)
05:11 - 06:13 - Mistake 9 (incorrectly substituting ingredients)
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[@renatamanzoscruggs]

I’ve been baking for over 50 years and have made these mistakes. Thanks for teaching this old puppy some news tricks ❤❤

[@sabrinaandhusband7791]

I've been baking since I was 13, which is more than 30 years now, I've done all these mistakes at the beginning, yet I cracked how to make a perfect cake when I saw a video about how to make Taiwanese Street cakes 😂 commonly known as Castella cake, and how the baker first heat oil and milk together to a warm but not hot temperatures in the micro, then add the eggs , mix, and then the dry ingredients. I've never had a failed cake since.

[@josephinejoseph8837]

@@sabrinaandhusband7791 please post a vanilla cake recipe like that, pretty please

[@sabrinaandhusband7791]

@@josephinejoseph8837 Though I'm on keto diet but this is the cake I make for my children: 1/3 cup oil, 1/2 cup sweetner or sugar , half a spoon bicarbonate of soda, 3 eggs, 1/2 glass milk, 1spoon yogurt, vanilla drops or powder, 2 cups white flour: method: mix up the liquids & the yogurt, apart from the eggs, and heat them on medium temperature for 20 seconds in the micro, after that add the eggs sugar & vanilla & mix, then gradually add the sieved flour and mix, put the mix in a greased oven cake tin & bake on 180 for 25 min, and it's done 🙂

[@josephinejoseph8837]

@@sabrinaandhusband7791 Thanks so much, u're a star 🌟

[@aku121000]

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[@LorenaMartinez-gs4fe]

You are the only instructor who takes her time to break down each reason of why cakes are not coming out right. 😢 thank you so much for teaching us the right way unlike so many other ppl who might thing teaching is secretive. It should not be that way!

[@CakesbyMK]

So happy to hear you're benefitting from the content Lorena :D

[@rugayahwilliams3998]

Shukran for patiently sharing such clear and concise tips, Algamdulilaah so much appreciated

[@thesoulfulumbrella4718]

yesss! agreed! especially with that flour tip! almost all recipes call for cups, not grams!

[@princessfirru]

Some people weren't teachable and Some people were observant and keep.searching of their whys? that's how they learned.

[@dianaali2596]

Thank you so much for taking your time to explain the mistakes while baking a cake 👍

[@squidmuttly]

Thanks! No wasted words, no hanging around! Straight to the point

[@tentrickspony8925]

I love that you just get straight to the point and you're honest.

[@haneen190]

Alhamdullilah .... From your tips my cake turns in to the most softest cake I ever made ... So jazakillah khair and thanks alot 🎉🎉

[@ericak.5419]

Love that you put pictures against the mistakes... helps me know what to look out for. Thank you and keep up the good job you are doing.

[@rozeenakhan7233]

You indeed gave us the detailed information of all those mistakes that happen at some point while baking a cake. Great information👍

[@carolinacarter7730]

GREAT video!! Than you for not rambling and getting straight to the point!! Fantastic job! Will definitely use these tips!

[@annalevati5328]

I had been baking for ages, but you are teaching me so much. Thank you so much!

[@hal-9003]

i appreciate how dense this video is, you put so much information into every minute but its all easy to follow, thanks for sharing your experience!

[@tayoolakulehin4670]

I could listen to your voice all day. You're such a good teacher. I subscribed happily. With your videos I can make another attempt at baking my boys some good cake. Thanks for the useful tips.

[@droper54]

I just love you! Precise, to the point expert advice. I've never heard these things before and now I know how to correct my cakes. Thank you so much!

[@andystellar]

this is a great video! you've explained everything very clearly and i like that you get straight to the point ^^ some of the tips were new to me! i remember learning a few of these lessons the hard way when i was new to baking, haha =D

[@sherylv2330]

I've been baking for 40 years and I've definitely made all of these mistakes, at some point. Love your videos and "stage presence"!😍

[@DelishandDecorative]

Hello, I really need help to choose a good oven just for baking cakes. As my vanilla cake either with oil or butter always sank….it’s happening recently. So can’t figure it out…so I think probably I need a heavy duty oven for my home business…do you have any recommendations…I’m based in Melbourne.

[@charithamysore6790]

Beautiful lessons dear. I am baking since 15 years and definitely made all the mistakes. Thank you very much.

[@reneengobeh5740]

This video is so helpful, I’m new to baking and making a few of these mistakes . Thank you for these videos ❤❤

[@juerethasnewe]

Thanks for your advice. You made my cake journey bright.

[@jackknows6509]

Such detail and thoughtfulness in delivering these vital points. Thank you

[@bherm1994]

Absolutely fantastic video! Clear, concise, and happy!

[@sagunthaladevimuniandy2017]

Thank you so much for informing about the mistakes in baking.

[@faridahadja7907]

This is my first time watching a video of yours and i really enjoyed it. Thanks for the tips. I'm looking forward to bake an amazing cake for my friends who'll come over tomorrow. You got a new sub❤️

[@mahaalhumoud8560]

Thank you so much, I made like three or four of these in my last three baking attempts! Can’t wait to see how much better my cakes will turn out after applying these 🥰

[@fathimaaida5313]

I too ❤😊

[@worthy1959]

Thank you so much for the information. I too make many of the mistakes while baking

[@strongheart1ful]

Thank you for explaining this, I’ve made the mistakes you’ve illustrated, thanks to you I now understand why.

[@shalimar1792]

Thank you for your brilliant tips, well explained with much confidence❤❤❤

[@swathishine]

Thanks for such effective tips! It really helped in my baking. And my cake came out really well ❤

[@alittlebitofsunshine2173]

You gained a new follower! I'm a new baker and have been wondering how to fix some of these issues. Thank you ❤

[@tracierendell4422]

You are amazing. You are so my go to instructor/teacher!

[@sallytansiewsuan4615]

I always make some mistakes doing cakes. Thank you so much for teaching and sharing us to mend our mistakes. 😘

[@lymaririvera3500]

Finally, the best explanation I have ever seen about the cakes making mistakes! After I saw this video, I made the best cake of my life! I was making the same mistakes for decades! The butter creaming is very important, was a game changer. Thank you very much for your valuable teaching!

[@y0uRm0m]

Thank you 😊❤ Can you do a brief different between corn starch and cornflour?!

[@Bappuchuk]

Lovely instructor, lovely and clear explanations! Thank you so much. Subscribed!

[@kiwi007]

Extremely helpful and I have been baking a long time, good explanations.

[@gracebless1487]

Thx MK for always uploading very informative videos 🌸

[@valerieg9494]

Another great video. Thanks for sharing your helpful ideas!

[@lindaunadike7154]

You are simply amazing. Thank you so much for these pointers. Your videos are all awesome.

[@Calicat8]

This was great info! Also thank you for getting straight to the point 😊

[@YSLRD]

I already knew this stuff, but subscribed because you're so much fun. I think I'll like virtual baking with you.

[@CakesbyMK]

Haha thanks Joan! Welcome :D

[@FanitaM1981]

Love love love all ur videos. Thank you for sharing all ur knowledge in baking.

[@dellabourne1106]

Thank you very much for sharing these mistakes 😊

[@sharonbrinders1224]

Just joined your channel and loving it. Thank you for sharing your amazing ideas and tips. Remain blessed xxx

[@professorbnelson3592]

This is brilliant! First time I've heard some of these classic baking instructions explained so clearly - super helpful! I'm actually going to use this for a course I teach in Process Quality Engineering!!

[@CakesbyMK]

So happy to hear you enjoyed the video :) and WOW I am honoured!! Thanks so much :D

[@aartiemahase3953]

Love the tips. I always prefer to bake using baking soda and vinegar than adding baking powder to my recipe. But I tend to stick with whatever the recipe calls for.

[@lisaaj1215]

This was really helpful! Thank you so much MK!

[@chitrasakrabani5213]

Thanks so much for sharing these tips with us. Much appreciated.

[@bobbyplayer8349]

Mind blowing on the helpful scale. Thanks for this...

[@zaynabkhan6714]

Thank you for the awesome tips and tricks!

[@urvaajmal7646]

Hey dear chef I came across your video for the first and it's been so so so helpful Thanks to you... Now I got to know y my cake always sinks in....nobody ever told in their videos such amazing tips Thanks a lot

[@hadiaazhar7605]

Very informative video. I baked the cake for the first time in life and trust me, it ended up a complete disaster. I will be keeping your tips in mind now ❤

[@AgnesKMumbi]

Much love from Kenya... You're one of my most favorite go-to KZbinr when it comes to running my baker business here in Kenya... Keep winning 🙏🏽

[@CakesbyMK]

Aww I am so so humbled to hear that! So happy to hear I've helped with your business! Much love from NZ to Kenya :D

[@muhammadtalha5299]

Thank you sister I literally make these silly in the beginning but now learn your steps and that was so great thank you so much too give me the perfect recipe 🧡

[@Faraaz.Writes]

A.O.A. Aap baker hain?

[@nnazim1893]

Thank you so much for this video. I"LL keep these tips in mind next time I bake .

[@theresarose1052]

Your knowledge and describing are very informative.

[@lynngibb483]

Love your videos and your tips are brilliant ❤

[@N.aesth1]

thank you so much, definitely keeping these in mind!❤

[@j.record7151]

I love your information that you give, and I would like even more ideas, as you give the advice. Knowing ideas for what would work best, from your self learned knowledge through the years, would be greatly appreciated. For instance, the acid that you like to use best to activate the baking soda... or what substitutes work best with particular ingredients. 🤔🤯🥳👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@magaperson3402]

I always enjoy your videos and your little "tips" to help us fix our mistakes.

[@avab8091]

These tips were invaluable, thankyou!

[@oliviananyunja7383]

Thanks for giving good explanation and clear

[@emillyshadow7718]

Watching this and getting anxious about the cake I just made that's in the oven 👁️👄👁️ hopefully it turns out okay-

[@natalieesau6045]

😂

[@sunbeam0]

this is me literally right now ,i am staring at my cake in the oven knowing that i overmixed the batter😢Hopefully it comes out okay

[@devikanair2017]

Thank you soooo much...u are indeed an angel...now I got the confidence to do it right...I have never ever went through any such video which clearly teaches or explains these many things in detail...u were simply on the go and right up to the point...not everyone can do it...u saved yours and aswell as our time...thank u...hatsoff...I'm subscribing your channel.. stay blessed...❤❤❤❤

[@nonhlanhlamapotse3656]

Thank you very much, this helps a lot. I struggle with my carrot cake, it is too moist/dense

[@weekdaycycling]

I just started baking cakes for myself and my family. Your channel is really helpful to me. I started with a simple recipe that didn't require an electric hand mixer. The taste of the cakes exceeded my expectations, and everyone complimented me on them. I also like how you indicate the ingredients in different proportions, which is very helpful when I'm making small servings.

[@falgunitalwar2707]

Thank you so much for your valuable tips.

[@lizaviswu5677]

Thank you so much. I noticed all my mistakes from this video

[@estherugboaja5359]

Thank you so much for these tips MK❤️

[@Shazzarazza848]

MK YOU ARE JUST AMAZING... THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR TIPS,BITS AND EVERYTHING!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@shalanathomas7751]

Very very helpful and valuable tips 😊 thank you

[@Sira-]

I've been baking for so long and never knew why when I substituted B.P. for B.Soda in some recipes I get the metallic taste while I don't in others 😅 Thank you for the valuable tips 🎉

[@alexiamerimba8469]

Thank you so much it's really helpful for a new learner. 🙏🏽❤️

[@marieantoinettev712]

Excellent and very honest and thorough instructions

[@Nope-fd1sq]

You are such a talented baker! thank you for sharing :)

[@evodiammbuh1733]

Wow thank you so much I have learned a lot from your various explanations.

[@uniquebeauty242]

Since joining your channel I've learned so many great tips. Thank you!

[@thobekamawela3081]

Thanks a million 😀😀, I love your videos you keep it short with a whole lot of info 😊

[@JuleithHeaven]

Watching from Jamaica. Thank you, very informative

[@nadiamohammed7737]

Thank you for these helpful tips 😊

[@silla-je9od]

I didn't know they expire! Learned something new. I better check my powders now. Thanks!

[@nivinmahmoud2564]

That was really helpful, thanks for sharing ❤

[@cecilialum2894]

Thanks so much for the tips

[@kalingwaful]

Very interesting video. Thanks a lot for sharing 👌🏾

[@sameeraalkhaja5786]

Thank you for the useful information

[@ma.victoriamaximo4518]

Thank you so much MK for the tips..🤗❤

[@deborahbogle1302]

I'm glad I stumbled across these tips. I'm making a carrot cake today and I want it to be delicious for Thanksgiving.

[@ranjumaniboro2868]

Very informative video for a beginner....thanks Maam

[@kaydot4758]

This is soooo helpful, thank you !! 👍

[@natalieengel1345]

I definitely learned the butter one. My butter wasn't room temp, so i microwaved it a little, hoping that would fix it. Unfortunately, the icing turned out grainy, and I couldn't save it.

[@thavamalarkrajoo5138]

Thank you for sharing your tips

[@triciasaldanha2568]

God bless you. Such wonderful precise tips

[@favourmercy8678]

This is what I need to know thank you

[@mabelmwaba9093]

You are amazing. Thank you so much for this information 🙏

[@DiveInbluebucket]

Awesome video! I learned so many tips, Thanks MK! Just subscribed!

[@mariadiantherese9663]

Wonderful tutorial!! Thank you!!!

[@elramyeon]

I needed this, thank you!!

[@nikidcruz9228]

I have made all these mistakes. Thank u for enlightening

[@Applexxx1234]

So glad I have this!! Thank u for the good advice

[@sebandara]

You said that opening the oven too early is one of the mistakes a lot of people make while baking cakes but the mistake I make when baking lava cakes is I open the oven door too late! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@RiversCat_]

Thank you sister this is so informative I've been struggling with flat and dense cakes 🤦🏼‍♀️ also the metalic taste was always there i didn't know about the acidic ingredient 🤔

[@sparkdorable]

Up

[@winter9741]

change your recipe

[@sak5109]

JazakAllah khair. I needed this badly. Mine is always overly dense🙁

[@aliakhan4824]

Thanks it was a great video ,plz make more of these sorts of videos so that we can improve our baking