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- How do I make sure my cakes rise properly

Sure thing! Here are five different tips to help your cakes rise perfectly:

**Check Your Ingredients**: Make sure your baking powder or baking soda is fresh. Old leavening agents can be a total buzzkill for your cake’s rise.

**Room Temperature Ingredients**: Let your eggs, butter, and any dairy sit out for a bit to reach room temperature. This helps them blend better and trap air, which is key for that fluffy rise.

**Don’t Overmix**: When you combine your wet and dry ingredients, mix just until everything is combined. Overmixing can lead to a dense cake instead of a light and airy one.

**Preheat Your Oven**: Always preheat your oven before popping your cake in. If the oven isn’t hot enough when the cake goes in, it won’t rise as well as it should.