Baking Pan Size Converter
Adapt any recipe to your pan size. Calculate the exact scaling factor for round, square, rectangular, bundt, and muffin pans.
Original Recipe Pan
Your Pan
Conversion Factor
Multiply all ingredients in your recipe by this number.
Volume Comparison
Tip: If your pan is larger (factor > 1), you may need to increase baking time slightly.
If smaller (factor < 1), check for doneness earlier.
Baking Pan Size Converter: Adapt Any Recipe
Found the perfect cake recipe but don't have the right pan? Don't stress. Our **Baking Pan Converter** calculates the exact volume difference between pans. Whether swapping a 9-inch round for an 8-inch square, or scaling a large bundt cake into cupcakes, this tool gives you the precise scaling factor to adjust your ingredients. Bake confidently in any pan you own!
How to Use
- Select Original Pan: Choose the shape and enter dimensions of the pan specified in your recipe.
- Select Your Pan: Choose the shape and enter dimensions of the pan you want to use.
- Get Conversion Factor: The tool calculates a multiplier (e.g., 1.5x).
- Scale Recipe: Multiply all ingredient amounts by this number. Use our for easy math!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I measure a cake pan size?▼
Always measure from inside edge to inside edge, excluding the rim. For depth, place a ruler straight up from the bottom. This ensures you are calculating the actual usable volume.
How do I adjust baking time for different pans?▼
Key rule: Thinner layers bake faster; deeper layers bake slower. If your new pan makes the batter deeper (e.g., smaller pan), lower the temp by 25°F and bake longer. If shallower (e.g., sheet pan), bake for less time. Check early!
Glass vs. Metal pans: Does it matter?▼
Yes. Glass conducts heat faster and holds it longer. If baking in glass when the recipe calls for metal, reduce your oven temperature by 25°F (15°C) to prevent the edges from burning before the center is cooked.