Springform pans minimize the risks of inverting and transferring cakes to the serving dishes. A springform pan has two parts, the base, and removable sides. These removable sides are interlocked and can be separated once you are done baking your cake. Springform pan has a non-stick surface and waterproofing cover around its base. Moreover, these pans come in various materials like aluminum, steel, and glass.
Springform Pan Uses
Springform Pan is generally used for those dishes that are hard to remove from the pan. The construction of this pan makes it practical and helpful for inverting baked items. Commonly, a springform pan is used for making desserts and salty dishes.
Desserts
A springform pan is easier to handle than regular baking pans. Due to its easy dissembling, it’s ideal for making cheesecakes. Besides this, you can also use this pan for baking ice-cream cakes as well. Flourless chocolate cakes are also baked using this cooking gadget. Bread pudding, crusted tarts, frozen desserts, trifles, tortes, Jell-O, etc., are also baked risk-free in a springform pan.
Although springform pans have a waterproof base, it’s better to use thick batter recipes to avoid leakage.
Salty Dishes
A springform pan is not only useful for making cakes and desserts but it has vast applications for salty dishes also. You can trust a springform pan for deep dish pizzas. Additionally, delicious quiches and casseroles are also perfectly baked in this pan. Various pasta dishes including lasagna need to be dished out perfectly from the oven. A springform pan is ideal for dishing out pasta and lasagnas.
Springform Pan Sizes
The standard range for springform pan diameter is 6-12 inches with the preferable diameter being 9 inches. The standard depth is 3 inches. You may find deeper and narrower springform pans. Common sizes for a springform pan are:
- 4 inches in diameter (10cm)
- 6 inches in diameter (15cm)
- 7 inches in diameter (18cm)
- 8 inches in diameter (20cm)
- 9 inches in diameter (23cm)
- 10 inches in diameter (25.5cm)
- 12 inches in diameter (30.5cm)
Springform pans are also available in different shapes. You can easily find square, rectangular and heart-shaped springform pans.
Working Mechanism of Springform Pan
It is easy to use a springform pan. You can test and use it by following the directions given below.
1. Pan Testing
Once assembled, test your pan by filling it with water. It checks any leakages and ensures that none of the ingredients will leak.
2. Wrapping
We recommend using aluminum paper instead of waxed paper for wrapping. Wax paper can melt when heated and ruin food’s taste. Place parchment paper at the pan’s base and use cooking spray for adherence. Parchment paper makes it easier to dish out the contents.
3. Greasing
Grease the bottom and sides of the springform pan depending on the recipe and your dish’s nature. Using cooking spray is recommended even if you use a non-stick pan.
4. Baking and Cooling
Add ingredients and bake as per your recipe. Let the pan cool for 15-20 minutes, and use cooking gloves while removing it from the oven. You can use a cake stand or a mason for quick cooling.
5. Remove the cake
The last (most critical) step is removing the cake or dish from the pan. For this step, you will need a wooden knife or a butter spatula; don’t use sharp cutlery items as they can damage your pan. Unlock the sides of the springform pan and remove its sidewalls. Carefully take the cake from the base and slide it onto your serving dish.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. At which temperature springform pans are oven-safe?
Non-stick springform pans are oven-safe up to 450°F. Thus, you can bake a wide range of cakes and salty dishes over this pan that requires up to 450°F temperature.
2. How to prevent springform pan from leakage?
Heavy-duty aluminum foil is extremely helpful in preventing springform leakage. Take aluminum foil to wrap the outer bottom of the springform pan. This foil paper also prevents water from leaking into your pan while making a cheesecake.
3. What is the purpose of greasing a springform pan?
The greasing is essential even if you are using a non-stick pan for baking. It prevents the sticking of your batter to the bottom of the pan. It also prevents the breaking of baked goods while releasing them from the pan.
4. Which springform pan size is perfect for cheesecakes?
A 9 inches springform is perfect for baking cheesecakes. While 8-10 inches pans are also used widely for cheesecakes.
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