The size of the cake pan, the consistency of the batter, and the oven temperature are all factors that affect the time needed to bake a cake. The usual time to bake a cake ranges from 25 minutes to an hour and is very specific to the individual cake. For example, a classic birthday cake recipe or a chocolate cake recipe will need to bake in the oven for about 25 to 35 minutes in a 350-degree oven using two or three 9-inch cake pans, respectively. The time to bake cakes like these in the oven is different than a recipe for a classic pound cake, which bakes for much longer; so follow your cake bake time and recipe closely. You can check that your cake is done by poking a cake tester into the center. When removed, it should have dry or sticky crumbs attached to it. If you see liquid batter stuck to the tester, the cake needs a few more minutes to bake.
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