Achieve perfectly level cake layers without resorting to solutions like adding extra icing or trimming the top, by wrapping the cake pan in a damp kitchen towel before baking.

This method ensures even heat distribution, resulting in level-baked cake layers without the need for post-baking adjustments that may compromise texture or structural integrity.

To employ this hack, simply dampen a tea towel — ensuring water permeates the fabric — wring out excess moisture, then wrap it around the cake pans once you pour the batter.

Using this method will help insulate your cake pan. Without the insulation, the sides of your cake will begin to bake before the middle, causing uneven layers.

However, if the thought of putting a kitchen towel in the oven makes you nervous, you can also buy reusable cake strips as most are oven-safe up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.