{"id":5460,"date":"2022-02-25T14:05:09","date_gmt":"2022-02-25T19:05:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bakingnook.com\/?p=5460"},"modified":"2022-05-05T21:02:49","modified_gmt":"2022-05-06T01:02:49","slug":"should-cupcakes-be-flat-or-domed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bakingnook.com\/should-cupcakes-be-flat-or-domed\/","title":{"rendered":"Should Cupcakes Be Flat or Domed? Pros & Cons for Each"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
This post contains affiliate links.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n There is a big debate in the baking world: should cupcakes be flat or domed? Each has its own set of pros and cons, so it can be tough to decide which is right for you. In this article, I will discuss the benefits of both options and help you decide which is best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cupcakes could either be flat or domed depending on how they are baked, the ingredients used, and the baking temperature. A flat cupcake is characterized by a smooth top and slightly rounded edges, while a domed cupcake will have a more pointed top with sharply defined edges.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There are pros and cons to both options. Flat cupcakes tend to be moister because the batter can spread out evenly as it cooks, while domed cupcakes can be dryer since the batter is more concentrated in the center. Below, I dive deeper into answering the question of whether cupcakes should be flat or domed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Domed Cupcakes Pros & Cons:<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Pros & Cons for Each Cupcake Type<\/h2>\n\n\n\n