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Cake (30 min)

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Baking timer — cookies, muffins, cakes and loaves

Most drop cookies bake in 10–12 minutes, muffins in about 20, standard cakes in 25–35, and loaf cakes in 50–60 — all around 175°C (350°F). Start the timer the moment the tray hits the oven and confirm doneness with a probe or skewer.

Frequently asked questions

How long do cookies take?

Most drop cookies bake 10–12 minutes at 175°C (350°F); pull them when the edges are set and the centres still look slightly soft.

How long for a loaf cake?

Standard loaf cakes bake 50–60 minutes at 175°C; a skewer inserted in the centre should come out with a few moist crumbs.

Should I trust the timer or the temperature probe?

Both. Use the timer as your first check and confirm doneness with a probe (95°C for lean bread, 98°C for enriched).

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