There are many different molds for sponge cakes and pastries on the market. But which one to choose? In this advice, we will indicate the characteristics of some types of sponge cake molds and you will decide which one to choose.
In order to choose a really good sponge cake mold, you need to look not only at the material from which it is made, but also the following things:
- What is the shape of the mold such as height, design, capacity;
- What temperature it withstands during baking;
- Whether the sponge cake mold is convenient to use;
- What material it is made of.
And here are the most common materials , which sponge cake molds are made of:
1. Silicone cake mold
These molds are very light and easy to maintain and operate with and it is for these reasons, that they are becoming more popular. They can withstand temperatures from -80°F (-60°C) to 540°F (280°C). Because the material they are made of is soft and elastic when making a sponge cake or any other cake in a silicone mold, this allows it to be easily removed from the mold. But when you add the cake batter into the mold, the flexibility and softness become a disadvantage. That's why you should always have a solid base when filling the mold - for example, put it in another tray.
When washing these molds, you should not use abrasives. But, this is not necessary, because nothing sticks to them. Greasing the silicone mold with oil is only necessary when using it for the first time. They can be used both in the microwave and in the oven;
2. Teflon sponge cake mold
Teflon sponge cake and cake molds are just as popular as the silicone one, if not more. They are very convenient for making cakes, especially if they are jelly-like and have a removable bottom. Greasing them with oil before pouring the mixture in them, is enough to easily remove the sponge cake or cake, which you are preparing in them.
Molds, made from Teflon, are very easy to wash. However, Teflon also has drawbacks. The most important disadvantage, is that it scratches very quickly and over time loses its non-stick properties. The more important drawback, however, is that these molds should not be heated above 390°F (200°C).
This is because their synthetic coating begins to decompose and release carcinogens. You should use these molds only for sponge cakes and pastries, which do not require high temperatures. Once they're fully baked, they must be removed from the mold as soon as possible;
Fireproof glass sponge cake mold
The molds from fireproof glass and ceramics are one of the most suitable molds for making fruit cakes and pastries. The reason is that they are heated evenly and this reduces the risk of those desserts, which are baked slower, to burn on the outside and remain sticky on the inside. These molds have another advantage and that is, that thanks to the fact that they are made of glass, you can observe the baking process.
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