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If you happen to live in a high-altitude region (3,000 feet above sea level and up), you may find that cakes will tend to fall and give unpredictable results. But here's a general guide you may follow to make adjustments in the liquid, baking powder, and sugar proportions.
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3,000 ft. |
5,000 ft. |
7,000 ft. |
Liquid:
add for each cup |
1 - 2
tablespoons |
2 - 3
tablespoons |
3 - 4
tablespoons |
Baking powder: decrease for each tsp |
1/8
teaspoon |
1/8 - 1/4
teaspoon |
1/4 - 1/2
teaspoon |
Sugar:
decrease for each cup |
no change |
usually no
change |
1-2
tablespoons |
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