| Step | Do | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Grease | Thin butter/oil, base and sides | Unbroken film, batter climbs |
| Flour | Dust, tap out the excess | Dry layer lets the crust lift |
| Chocolate cake | Use cocoa instead of flour | No white film on the surface |
| Be sure | Parchment round on the base | Nothing sticks to parchment |
How to Grease a Cake Pan
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Brush or wipe a thin, complete coat of soft butter or oil over the base and up the sides, dust it with flour and tap out the excess, and the cake will release clean. For the surest result, also drop a circle of parchment on the greased base — grease-and-flour or grease-and-line both beat spray for a stuck-prone cake.