Why is the cake not cooked in the middle?

Table of Contents:

1. Why is the cake not cooked in the middle?
2. How do you know when a rich fruit cake is cooked?
3. Can I Rebake an undercooked fruit cake?
4. Can I re bake undercooked fruit cake?
5. Can I put an undercooked Christmas cake back in the oven?
6. Why is my fruit cake so moist?
7. How do you moisten dry fruit cake?

Why is the cake not cooked in the middle?

When your cake isn't cooking in the middle, it's often because the oven was too hot or it wasn't baked for long enough. Every oven is different, so you can't always rely on the recipe's timing and temperature. Put the cake back in to bake for longer and cover it with foil if it's browning too fast.

How do you know when a rich fruit cake is cooked?

Test for doneness by placing a metal/wooden skewer in center of cake. If it comes out clean, cake is done. Be careful not to over bake. Always cool fruitcakes completely in pan and remove when cold.

Can I Rebake an undercooked fruit cake?

Here's a solution: If you find you underbaked your cake soon after removing it from the oven and it's still hot, pop it back in and bake it at least another 10 to 15 minutes more. Remember to do the doneness test before removing from the oven and cooling.

Can I re bake undercooked fruit cake?

Unfortunately, re-baking is not going to save your fruitcakes. Before you waste more alcohol on them, cut one straight down the middle. If there is clearly a more dense (or gooey) center, you will not be able to salvage them.

Can I put an undercooked Christmas cake back in the oven?

Unfortunalely we would not suggest re-baking an under baked cake. ... You may find that the cake is damp but still edible. If you feel it is too underdone to eat then you can cut the properly cooked outside pieces off and just discard the very wet centre.

Why is my fruit cake so moist?

Ensure oven temperature is low so the batter will cook evenly without drying out the fruit. Often add some water to the baking tray around the pan or a small bowl of water in the oven can help keep the cake moist.

How do you moisten dry fruit cake?

How to Revive a Fruitcake

1. Place a 1/2 cup of alcohol in a sauce pan along with the zest from an orange. ...
2. With a skewer, poke numerous holes into your cake, making sure the holes go all the way through.
3. Set your cake into the sauce pan and heat it until the alcohol starts to simmer.