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1. Set the oven at 350 degrees. Butter an 8-inch square pan. 2. In a bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to blend them.

Butter an 8-inch square cake pan. Line the bottom and sides of the pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the sides. 2. Fill a saucepan with 2 inches of water.

Here, from our archives, is a variety of recipes, including Bundt, loaf and square cakes, to consider. Apple and Pear Cake With Citrus and Nuts, above.

Layer cakes, bundt cakes, square cakes, 4-foot-long cakes, birthday cakes, tiered cakes, tortes, wedding cakes, slumping cakes and cupcakes. "It's a cake potluck.