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Different ovens have different temperatures?

dannydannnn's picture
dannydannnn

Different ovens have different temperatures?

Somewhat a rhetorical question because I think I know the answer. But I've noticed almost every baking recipe I make is ready several minutes before the time called for in the recipe.

Do you adjust your temperature setting to account for a hotter / colder oven?

JerrytheK's picture
JerrytheK

Yes, different ovens can vary in temperature.

Best to buy an oven thermometer and check your oven's temperature.

Say, set it at 400 degrees, let it come to temperature and then see what the temperature reads.

Some ovens allow a user to recalibrate the temperature. If you can't recalibrate it (if needed), then make the necessary adjustment in the setting. Say 400 gives a reading of 425. If you want 400, set the oven to 375.