Cakes that have a high sugar content must be coated, but many others do not. Use cocoa to coat a chocolate cake pan for a little more flavor and to eliminate the color of the flour. Butter or margarine may be used to coat cake pans, but all-purpose shortening is economical and does not burn like butter or margarine. A spray release agent that contains flour is a perfect choice for most recipes. Lightly dust with flour or cocoa after using a spray release that does not contain flour.
Cheese cakes are sometimes difficult to cut cleanly.
To cut a cheese cake properly, use a thin blade knife that has been moistened with a warm, wet towel. Clean and moisten the blade with the towel before each cut. Line the pan's bottom with waxed paper to help sheet cakes and large layers release without sticking. Back to Contents Cookies Chill cookie dough about 15 to 30 minutes before making into cookies. Put only enough flour on your work surface and rolling pin to prevent sticking.