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They can help even the most sensitive batters bake flat and stay tender at the edges in spite of an inconsistent oven.

At first glance, cake flour and all-purpose flour appear almost identical, yet they behave very differently once baking begins. The difference shows up the moment liquid is added, and heat is applied.