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Default What's wrong with this cake recipe?

zxcvbob wrote:
> I was looking for a recipe for a substantial layer cake, and I found one
> that I *almost* like. I've made it twice now



>
> Both times the cake tasted great but was too dry. Do I need to add more
> milk, or another egg, or some butter? Maybe 1/4 cup less flour? I
> watched it really close this time to make sure I didn't bake it too long
> (35 minutes at 325° in a glass 10x15" pan) and I don't think that was
> the problem. Something is wrong with the proportions:





Dude, FIND ANOTHER CAKE RECIPE, lose this one, and use BUTTER.

Remember the definition of insanity--doing things the same way over and
over and expecting a different outcome!

gloria p