{"id":1859,"date":"2022-11-24T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-24T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=1859"},"modified":"2023-02-01T12:37:17","modified_gmt":"2023-02-01T20:37:17","slug":"a-simple-guide-to-oven-hot-spots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/a-simple-guide-to-oven-hot-spots\/","title":{"rendered":"A Simple Guide to Oven Hot Spots"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class='wp-image-1865 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-1865 avia_image' src=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/shutterstock_653898130-1500x630.jpg\" alt='' title='Thermometer,In,Oven' height=\"630\" width=\"1500\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter what type of oven you own, from a top-of-the-line convection oven to a gas-powered range at the end of its lifespan, you&#8217;re going to encounter some uneven heating. Most ovens will be hotter around the walls, floor, and ceiling, which is why some recipes get specific about where to position your racks and how to place that roast or cookie sheet when it comes time to cook.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These sorts of hot and cold spots aren&#8217;t problems, necessarily, but rather quirks of oven cooking that can even be helpful if you know what you&#8217;re doing. With the holiday season fast approaching, now&#8217;s the perfect time to get to know your range a bit better. In this guide, we&#8217;ll walk you through how to test your oven for hot and cold spots, and give you some tips on how to work around (and with!) them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready? Let\u2019s get started.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Article Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d275358db1d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d275358db1d\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/a-simple-guide-to-oven-hot-spots\/#How_to_test_for_hot_and_cold_spots_in_your_oven\" >How to test for hot and cold spots in your oven<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/a-simple-guide-to-oven-hot-spots\/#Before_you_start%E2%80%A6\" >Before you start\u2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/a-simple-guide-to-oven-hot-spots\/#Method_One_Test_with_toast\" >Method One: Test with toast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/a-simple-guide-to-oven-hot-spots\/#Method_Two_Make_a_map_of_hot_and_cold_spots_with_a_pan_of_sugar\" >Method Two: Make a map of hot and cold spots with a pan of sugar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/a-simple-guide-to-oven-hot-spots\/#What_causes_hot_spots_in_an_oven\" >What causes hot spots in an oven?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/a-simple-guide-to-oven-hot-spots\/#What_to_do_about_hot_and_cold_spots_in_an_oven\" >What to do about hot and cold spots in an oven<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/a-simple-guide-to-oven-hot-spots\/#Wrapping_Up\" >Wrapping Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div   class='hr hr-default  '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_test_for_hot_and_cold_spots_in_your_oven\"><\/span>How to test for hot and cold spots in your oven<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not knowing where your oven&#8217;s hot spots are or how to deal with them can make roasting and baking more stressful than they need to be. Luckily, we can help you with that first problem on the cheap and in less than an hour. We&#8217;ve got two different methods you can try for finding your oven&#8217;s hot and cold spots. Each one should only take between thirty minutes to an hour to complete &#8211; and that&#8217;s including oven preheating times!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why go looking at all? Knowing where your oven runs hotter or cooler can help you to cook baked goods more evenly and more consistently roast meats and veggies, getting them to a safe internal temperature without burning. It can also potentially clue you in to more serious issues with your range &#8212; problems you can probably fix yourself with AppliancePartsPros.com on your side!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_you_start%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>Before you start\u2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice proper cooking safety! For both of these tests, you should have good quality oven mitts on hand (pun intended). These tests require a heated oven and moving racks (and in the latter test\u2019s case, a pan) around while they are hot. Don\u2019t burn yourself. Protect those hands!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If, after completing one of these tests, you notice your test materials are more well done around the sides and back, that&#8217;s the oven working as intended. For gas-powered and electrical ovens, you can generally expect the center of the oven cavity to be cooler than the walls, floor, and ceiling. This difference will be more dramatic in gas-powered appliances. Convection ovens will generally heat more evenly, but can still have warmer and cooler spots. If the differences in doneness are particularly dramatic, it could be a sign of bigger issues for your oven. We&#8217;ll address that at the bottom of this guide!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_One_Test_with_toast\"><\/span>Method One: Test with toast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No need to get pricey with your tools here. All you need to complete this test is a large loaf of cheap white bread. If you have a big oven, grab two loaves. Optionally, a cheap oven thermometer can also help to make things more precise. Just follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting with a cool oven, slide your oven racks into place if they aren\u2019t there already. If you have a baking stone or aluminum foil in there, remove it now.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have an oven thermometer, set it up in the center of the middle rack now.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0 F (176.6\u00b0 C). Depending on your oven, this should take around 30 minutes to reach. You can use an oven thermometer to verify that the internal temperature is correct.<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it\u2019s taking much longer than 35 minutes to reach 350\u00b0 F, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-properly-calibrate-your-oven\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">learn how to recalibrate your oven here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, line the racks with slices of bread, evenly spaced. How many you use will depend on the size of your oven (and the bread), but about six slices per rack should be sufficient.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leave the bread to toast for around 7 to 10 minutes, then check out your results. You\u2019ll probably have some bread pieces that are toasted well (hot spots) and some that are still pale (cold spots). If you have noticed a particularly dramatic difference, such as burning, one or more of your oven\u2019s components may be failing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can now fully toast that leftover bread and have a snack or crush it up in a freezer bag once cooled to make breadcrumbs. Add some herbs, spices, or parmesan to give your next round of stuffing, fried chicken, or eggplant parm a bit of an extra kick.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_Two_Make_a_map_of_hot_and_cold_spots_with_a_pan_of_sugar\"><\/span>Method Two: Make a map of hot and cold spots with a pan of sugar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This test can potentially give you a slightly more precise look at where the hot and cold spots are in your oven. To complete it, gather the following items:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A large baking pan \u2013 preferably one with raised edges to avoid spills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parchment paper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One cup of granulated sugar \u2013 again, no need to get fancy here!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optionally, an oven thermometer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve got what you need, here\u2019s what to do:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Move one oven rack to the middle of your oven, and, if you have one, set up your oven thermometer on the rack now.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preheat your oven to 400\u00b0 F (204.4\u00b0 C). Depending on your oven, this should take at least thirty minutes, possibly upwards of forty. You can verify the temperature with that oven thermometer once the range says it\u2019s preheated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you wait, line your baking pan with parchment paper \u2013 don\u2019t skip on this part, because melted and burnt-on sugar are a pain to clean up.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, pour your sugar in an even layer on top, spreading it out across the pan and leaving a few inches on each side for spill protection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put the baking pan in your preheated oven and let it cook for ten minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your ten minutes are up, remove the pan. At exactly 400\u00b0 F for 10 minutes, sugar should melt. So, any areas of burnt sugar are hotter spots, and anywhere the sugar hasn\u2019t melted are cold spots.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_hot_spots_in_an_oven\"><\/span>What causes hot spots in an oven?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All ovens &#8211; gas, electric, or convection, and even high end commercial ovens &#8211; will experience hot and cold spots without anything being broken at all. This is most common in gas ovens, which take longer to heat up overall, and less common (but still possible) in convection ovens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, in most standard ovens, the ceiling, walls, and floor are going to be hotter than the center when the appliance is at temperature. For the most part, the key is to learn where your hotspots are and be prepared to work around them, but sometimes, significant differences in temperature can be a sign of something failing in the oven.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re experiencing particularly severe heating issues, it may be caused by one of the following issues:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The oven\u2019s ignitor (for gas ovens) or heating element (for electrical ovens) is failing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There may be a damaged fan in the oven, slowing or preventing the movement of warm air.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The oven door gasket may be worn out or damaged. This problem is usually pretty obvious \u2013 you may notice excessive heat from the oven even with the door closed, and you may be able to see or feel the damage on the gasket itself.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The temperature sensor or control board might be failing, causing the oven to heat incorrectly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The oven itself may not be receiving adequate power from its outlet. Electric ranges need 240V to function properly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have a variety of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/category\/troubleshooting\/oven\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">troubleshooting guides that address how to test for these issues and replace components as needed on our blog<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And if you find you need a replacement part, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/range-cooktop-oven-parts.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">we almost certainly have what you need at our online store<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Order your genuine OEM parts through AppliancePartsPros.com and they\u2019ll be shipped right to your door in as little as two days!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_about_hot_and_cold_spots_in_an_oven\"><\/span>What to do about hot and cold spots in an oven<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no way to completely eliminate hot and cold spots from your oven. If everything is otherwise in working order and no components need to be replaced, you can work with your oven\u2019s hot and cold spots. Here\u2019s what you can do to contend with standard hot and cold areas of your oven:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the knowledge you\u2019ve earned from testing your oven out to plan where you place pans and sheets. For example, if you\u2019re noticing breads, cookies, and cakes being underdone on the bottom, cook them with the bottom closer to your oven\u2019s hot spot.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll generally get the most even bake in the center of your oven. Position your pans and sheets there.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can cook directly on a baking stone or pizza stone to more evenly transfer heat when baking, or move the baking stone to the bottom rack and cook on the middle rack for a similar effect when roasting or baking on a pan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure your oven preheats completely before you load it up with anything. At a minimum, let your oven heat up for 30 minutes. Higher temperatures may require more time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t keep aluminum foil in your oven. We know you&#8217;d like to prevent spills, but not only can it seriously disrupt how heat is distributed, but it\u2019s also a fire hazard.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your oven clean with a regular cleaning schedule, and don\u2019t overuse the self-cleaning function.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When baking and roasting, ensure more even heating by rotating the things you are cooking from front to back and top to bottom. This is especially important if you\u2019re baking two things at once, like two pizzas or two sheets of cookies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re big on roasting, invest in a meat thermometer, and familiarize yourself with the temperatures at which certain meats are considered \u201cdone.\u201d If you track the temperature of your roast, you\u2019ll know when to turn the pan.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrapping_Up\"><\/span>Wrapping Up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s it for the ins and outs of hot and cold spots in your oven. We hope our guide has taken a bit of stress out of preparing your next big meal. If you want to learn more about the inner workings of your kitchen appliances, don\u2019t forget to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">check out our blog<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/appliancepartspros\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">our YouTube channel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for more great guides. The next time you need tips, tutorials, or genuine OEM replacement appliance parts, keep <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AppliancePartsPros.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in mind. We\u2019re happy to help you with all your DIY maintenance and repair needs!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the holiday season fast approaching, now&#8217;s the perfect time to get to know your range a bit better. 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