How do I prevent a dense or sunken center in cakes?
Ensure the oven is properly preheated, use fresh leavening agents, and avoid opening the oven door prematurely during baking.
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Incorporate fermented drinks like kombucha or kefir, balance with other flavor components, and consider using carbonated mixers or garnishes.
Don’t overmix the batter, use fresh leavening agents, and consider adding an extra egg or a touch of baking powder.
Chill the dough, lightly flour the rolling pin and surface, or use parchment paper.
Monitor the fermentation or proofing time, ensure proper storage conditions, and adjust the balance of acidic or alkaline ingredients.
Incorporate proteins, legumes, or grains, adjust the liquid-to-solid ratio, and simmer slowly for flavor melding and texture development.
Salting draws out bitter juices and can also help reduce the amount of oil the eggplant absorbs when cooking.