Item Temperature Shelf Approximate
˚C Position Cooking Time
Small cakes 180 2 15 - 20 mins
Victoria sandwich 160 2 20 - 25 mins
(2 x 180mm / 7”)
Swiss Roll 200 2 8 - 12 mins
Semi rich fruit cake 140 1 2
1
⁄4
- 2
3
⁄4
hours
(180mm / 7” deep tin)
Scones 215 3 10 - 15 mins
Meringues 110 1 2 - 3 hours
Shortcake Pastry 200 - 210 2 depending on size and
Puff/Flaky Pastry 200 - 210 2 type of cooking dish
Choux Pastry 200 - 210 2 and also the filling
Biscuits 160 - 200 3 10 - 20 mins
Sponge Pudding 150 2 30 - 45 mins
Milk Pudding 140 1 2 - 2
1
⁄2 hours
9
Note: Times given above are based
on cooking in a preheated oven.
These times are only approximate,
because the size and type of cooking
dish will influence cooking time, as will
personal preference.
Baking guide
USING THE TOP OVEN