To much oil in cake batter?

Texture:

* Dense and heavy: Excess oil can make your cake feel heavy and dense, as the oil doesn't evaporate as easily as water during baking.

* Greasy and oily: The cake might feel greasy and oily to the touch, and the flavor might be overly oily.

Appearance:

* Flat and spread out: The extra oil can make the cake spread out more than intended, leading to a flat appearance.

* Dark brown or burnt: The extra oil can cause the cake to brown more quickly and possibly burn on the edges.

Troubleshooting:

* Don't panic! It's often possible to salvage a cake with too much oil.

* Don't add more flour: This will just make the cake even denser.

* Add more flour, but gradually: You can add 1-2 tablespoons of flour at a time, mixing well after each addition. This will help to absorb some of the excess oil.

* Bake longer: The extra oil will take longer to evaporate, so you may need to bake the cake for a few minutes longer than usual.

* Add a little baking powder: A small amount of additional baking powder can help to lighten the texture.

Preventing the problem:

* Follow the recipe carefully: The recipe is your guide.

* Use a good quality oil: Some oils, like olive oil, can be strong in flavor and can make your cake taste oily.

* Measure ingredients carefully: Use measuring cups and spoons for accurate measurements.

Remember, a little bit of experimentation is okay! You can always adjust your cake recipe and make it your own.