Chowhound Features Kristina Lavallee on the Science of Choosing the Right Cake Pan

We’re excited to share that Kristina Lavallee, founder of The Cake Girl, was featured in an article on Chowhound titled “The Secret to a Truly Great Cake Isn’t Just the Recipe — It’s the Pan You Use.” In this expert-level piece, she breaks down how the material, thickness, and heat-conducting properties of baking pans shape the final outcome of a cake — from rise and texture to browning and release.

In a world where recipes dominate the spotlight, Kristina turned the focus to the foundational tools of the trade: aluminum vs glass, dark pans vs light, heat distribution, and prep techniques. Her professional background and decades of baking expertise position her as the go-to authority for both home bakers and business owners seeking bakery-quality results.

📖 Read the full article: The Secret To A Truly Great Cake Isn’t Just The Recipe — It’s The Pan You Use

Whether you’re scaling cakes for a business or perfecting a weekend layer cake, Kristina’s advice elevates your bake from good to great.