Have you ever considered how bakers get a perfect cake everytime, without it sticking to the pan?
The answer is Cake Release. Cake release, when used properly, will give you the perfect outside of a cake. Itt is easy to make and even easier to use.
CAKE RELEASE
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup shortening
Combine all three ingredients with a hand mixer. Store in an air-tight jar at room temperature. Apply to the inside of a cake pan with a pastry brush before adding cake batter.