To bake cakes in a Morphy Richards OTG (Oven, Toaster, and Griller) without overbaking the bottom, you can follow these tips:
Preheat the oven: Preheat your OTG to the specified temperature mentioned in your cake recipe. It's essential to have the oven at the right temperature before placing the cake inside for even baking.
Use the right rack position: Place the baking rack on the middle or slightly higher position in the OTG. This ensures that the heat is evenly distributed around the cake, preventing excessive browning on the bottom.
Invest in a good-quality baking pan: Use a high-quality, light-colored, and non-stick cake pan or line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper. Dark pans tend to absorb more heat and can cause the bottom of the cake to overcook.
Insulate the pan: To further prevent the bottom from overbaking, you can place the cake pan on an insulated baking sheet or a double-layered baking tray. This helps create a barrier between the direct heat and the bottom of the cake.
Use a baking stone or tiles: Placing a baking stone or unglazed tiles at the bottom of the oven can help distribute the heat more evenly and reduce the chances of the cake bottom getting too hot.
Monitor the baking time: Keep a close eye on the cake during the last few minutes of baking. You can use a toothpick or cake tester to check for doneness. If the toothpick comes out clean or with a few dry crumbs clinging to it, the cake is done.
Adjust the temperature and baking time: If you notice that the bottom of your cakes consistently overbakes, consider reducing the oven temperature slightly or shortening the baking time. Every oven can vary, so adjustments may be necessary to achieve the best results.
Remember that baking is both an art and a science, and practice makes perfect. Don't be discouraged if your first attempt doesn't turn out exactly as you hoped. Take note of the adjustments you made and learn from each baking experience to improve your cake-making skills over time.