Using what amount of pan spray results in crispy edges, dark bottom, and holes in the cake?

Using what amount of pan spray results in crispy edges, dark bottom, and holes in the cake?

• A. Too much
• B. Just right
• C. Too little
• D. None

Answer: (A)

Excess pan spray coats the pan with a thick layer of fat, which heats up and browns quickly around the edges and bottom. This creates a crispy outer crust and a darker bottom. The abundant oil can also interfere with how the batter sets, leading to uneven crumb and small gaps or holes where the batter didn’t bond well to the oily surface as it baked. So the described symptoms—crispy edges, dark bottom, and holes—come from using too much spray. Using too little risks sticking, while just the right amount avoids these issues.

Excess pan spray coats the pan with a thick layer of fat, which heats up and browns quickly around the edges and bottom. This creates a crispy outer crust and a darker bottom. The abundant oil can also interfere with how the batter sets, leading to uneven crumb and small gaps or holes where the batter didn’t bond well to the oily surface as it baked. So the described symptoms—crispy edges, dark bottom, and holes—come from using too much spray. Using too little risks sticking, while just the right amount avoids these issues.