How do you know when a carrot cake is done?

Answer 1

There are a few ways to tell that a cake is done or a factor that it mgiht be done.

1. Does it look visibily liquidy or still like batter? (If yes, keep baking. If no, see next step.)

2. Have you followed the instruction on the box or recipe for baking time, give or take 5 to 10 minutes? (If no, keep baking. If yes, see next step.)

3. Using a toothpick, poke a part of the cake. Check to see if the toothpick comes out clean. If it does, try another spot. If it comes out with batter on it, the cake is not done. (If all places tested come out clean, the cake is done.)

Answer 2

Most people use the toothpick trick to see when a cake is finally done. The toothpick will come out clean if the cake is done. The cake should be lightly brown and pull away from the sides of the pan.

Answer 3

You insert a knife in the cake. If the batter sticks on the blade then the cake is not ready. It should not stick to the knife.