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Pan size converter

Work out how much batter to make when you switch baking pans.

Use inside measurements in the same unit for both pans. Enter the diameter for a round pan.

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Result

1.266× the batter

Multiply each ingredient by 1.266 to keep a similar batter depth. For example, 200 g of flour becomes about 253.125 g.

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Two round pans 8 and 9 inches across differ by more than an inch of batter. The larger one has about 1.27 times the base area, so it takes about 27% more batter to fill to the same depth.

The calculation divides the new base area by the original base area. It assumes straight sides and enough height for the mixture to rise. Tube pans, fluted molds and sloping pie dishes need a separate capacity check. Pan material and batter depth can change baking time.