I can't seem to figure out exactly when to remove the divider after the brownies are baked. I tired it several different ways and can't master it without having to use a knife to separate all the edges. So, when they are still pretty warm or completely cooled or when? Help! I can't seem to figure out exactly when to remove the divider after the brownies are baked. I tired it several different ways and can't master it without having to use a knife to separate... » Read More I can't seem to figure out exactly when to remove the divider after the brownies are baked. I tired it several different ways and can't master it without having to use a knife to separate all the edges. So, when they are still pretty warm or completely cooled or when? Help! « Show Less
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i gave this as a gift,, but talking to the giftee she said to spray the divider with pam it makes removal much easy,, and if it still sticks to the divider a plastic knife helps.. i hope that helps you
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I work in the bakery department of a local grocery store. I used the pan during the holiday season. I allowed the brownies to cool complely iced them then removed the divider. They were perfect for party trays
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I spray both sides of the dividers before I put them in the pan. Then after cooking, I let the brownies cool for about 15 minutes. The dividers come out fine. I've never had an issue.
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I usually wait about 15 minutes and they usually separate quite nicely. Sometimes I have to loosen the edge just a little with a knife. Make sure you spray the bottom of the pan, the sides and the divider before you bake the brownies. I got mine as a gift and I thought Oh boy, just one more thing I won't use - but that's not the case. I loved it so much I bought another one.
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I remove the separator after they cool. I just pick them off the grid. They shrink a little after they cool. Hope this helps
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From what I remember I think I would put in the divider after the brownies are out
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My wife had same problem when she loaded each side and then presssing the two sides together. She solved it by not loading the two halves and then pressing it together. It came out perfectly when she assembled the two halves and then pressed the butter in from the slot on the bottom!
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I almost always cook things at 350 F and I'd say for this pan it would depend on how deep you make the brownies (I use it make mini loaves of quick bread sometimes). Honestly for a regular brownie recipe I almost never fill up all of the compartments. I think the pan runs a little big. So if you like thicker brownies I'd user the higher temp. And the last time I used this pan I sprayed it with tons of oil because batters do tend to stick to the inside. That worked much better. Hope yours turn out good too!
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With some gentle prying, I am almost always able to remove the waffles without them splitting apart. Occasionally, I do not put enough oil in and end up with a torn waffle. Is the pan too hot when you pour the batter in? Is the oil burning? Also, I have found that, for some reason, the whole wheat recipe included on the package sticks a bit more than the other recipes. And make sure the pan is completely clean of any dried or burnt batter before cooking another waffle.
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For best results use a different pan, I returned all 3 of mine there to small and stick to much, next do a 3 rise cycle with the last cycle in the pan. 40 min first rise in warm area, work the air out of dough and then 20 min rise cycle, work the air out then place in pan and 40 min rise, place in preheated oven @ 350deg for 40 min. Don't expect to get more than a 16 once loaf without major mushrooming.
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Happens to me every time. I've used it 3 times to make healthy veggie muffins for my toddler. Mushy in the middle after baking for 45 minutes! That's why I am here on Amazon trying to figure out why...I've used a cookie sheet underneath and put it directly on the rack. Same issue. Brown on top, mush in the middle. What do we do??
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I have only used it a few times so far, but still like new. I only place the cover when the brownies cool off. I was careful not to put the cover on when the pan is hot. I thought that might melt the lid.
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I no longer have my book, but I can tell you how I make it. The clear plastic part of the pot has graded cup marks. I use milk (most of the time skim, but I assume the creamier the better) and pour it into the pot based on how many cups I want to make. If I am using packets of hot cocoa I just put in one packet for every cup I am making. Plug it in, and push the button on the front. It will automatically stop when it is ready and warm....maybe 3-5 minutes. I think it comes out just perfect, but for my kids, I put a little cold milk in the mug before I pour the hot chocolate in....cools it down for them. An important thing for cleaning......when you clean, the center spinner is a magnet and milk gets trapped underneath. Just put your hand in and pull out the magnetic spinner, or you will have a sour smell/taste the next time you use it! Good luck.....if I can help you out any further, let me know......this has to be one of my favorite appliances!!!
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There is no notch or anything...I've never removed the inner pan before it cooled. I've always just removed the loaf like with a normal pan.
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Interesting idea! It is just that the batter on the inside square Of the tray stayed kind of raw... I would try just putting it around the edges, but to be honest, I would just do your idea in a muffin tray. By the time you pry it out it doesn't look like a circle anyway... Good luck!
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I slice the loaf and then freeze half of it. The other half goes into a relatively air-tight plastic or glass container on the counter since it will be used within a few days. Hope this helps!
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Fill it past the second tier (level to the start of the third tier upside down of course) the butter flour approach for non stick is better then using non stick spray I tried both and my tiers were more defined and looked better under fondant.. When it comes to backing times I can't recall how long. Try 350 degrees F for 15 min check the center and add on time as you check it so you do not burn it. Let stand outside oven cool for ten mins then place a pan under and flip they should quick release. Sorry about the timing maybe someone else can be more helpful there. Good luck!
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You can't bake loaves immediately one after the other. You have to let the machine cool down between loaves. I had the same problem when I first used mine and consulted the owners manual. It states right in it that you have to let it cool down before making another loaf.
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I baked at 350 degrees F, and for about 40 minutes. You can check inside the top holes and see if the cake has risen. Stick a toothpick in to see if it comes out clean. Be sure you fill the bottoms to the rim, not over or even a little under.
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I made some jalapeño bread. The recipe I used was for a big bundt pan and it said to let it cool for 15 minutes, so that´s the amount of time I waited before turning out the breads. I also sprayed the mini cavities before adding the batter.
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Another baker's suggestion: on 3 in pans do I put the wrap at the top of the pan or the bottom of the pan? 21 days agoI have only use them on 2 inch pans and they works great. I would assume for 3 inch pans you could try centering them between the top and bottom. Good luck and happy baking.21 days ago by Shirley F Hicks
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There were no instructions with the cake. I gave a picture of the cake and parts to my baker and he produced the cake almost exactly as shown in the photo. Sorry I can't be of more help. But, will try to post a picture of my son's.