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Professional Cooking

By Wayne Gisslen

Published 2014

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Wrap or ice cakes as soon as they are cool to prevent drying.

Table 33.3 Approximate Formula Adjustment in Shortened Cakes at High Altitudes

      Percentage Adjustment  
Ingredient Increase or Decrease 2500 Feet (750 m) 5000 Feet (1500 m) 7500 Feet (2300 m)
Baking powder Decrease 20% 40% 60%
Flour Increase — 4% 9%
Eggs Increase 2.5% 9% 15%
Sugar Decrease 3% 6% 9%
Fat Decrease — — 9%
Liquid Increase 9% 15% 22%

To make adjustments, multiply the percentage indicated by the amount of ingredient and add or subtract as indicated.

Example: To adjust 1 lb (16 oz) eggs for 7,500 feet: 0.15 × 16 oz = 2.4 oz

16 oz + 2.4 oz = 18.4 oz