Disclaimer

Last Updated: August 15, 2025

The Bottom Line: I’m a passionate home baker sharing what I’ve learned, but I’m not a professional chef or food scientist. Please use common sense, follow food safety guidelines, and remember that baking results can vary. Your safety and success in the kitchen matter most to me!

Educational Purpose & General Information

Daily Cake is a personal blog where I share my experiences, recipes, and techniques as a home baker. All content is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.

The information on this website represents my personal experiences and opinions based on:

  • 15+ years of home baking experience
  • Extensive testing of recipes in my own kitchen
  • Research from reputable baking sources and cookbooks
  • Feedback from readers and fellow bakers
  • Trial and error (lots of error!) in my kitchen adventures

However, I am not a:

  • Professional chef or pastry chef
  • Food scientist or nutritionist
  • Certified food safety instructor
  • Medical professional or dietitian

Baking Results Not Guaranteed

Important: While I test every recipe multiple times and provide detailed instructions, I cannot guarantee that every recipe will work perfectly in your kitchen every time.

Factors That Affect Baking Results

Your results may differ from mine due to:

  • Oven Variations: Every oven bakes differently – some run hot, some have cold spots, some have poor temperature control
  • Ingredient Differences: Different brands, freshness levels, and storage conditions affect how ingredients perform
  • Environmental Conditions: Humidity, altitude, and room temperature significantly impact baking
  • Equipment Differences: Pan sizes, mixer types, and other tools can change results
  • Measurement Accuracy: Small differences in measuring can have big impacts on final results
  • Technique Variations: Mixing methods, timing, and experience level affect outcomes
  • Substitutions: Any ingredient substitutions may change texture, flavor, or structure

What I Do to Help You Succeed

  • Test each recipe at least three times before publishing
  • Include detailed step-by-step instructions with visual cues
  • Note common problems and troubleshooting tips
  • Provide realistic timing and temperature guidelines
  • Update recipes based on reader feedback and questions
  • Respond personally to questions and troubleshooting requests

Food Safety & Health Disclaimers

Food Safety Warning: You are responsible for following safe food handling practices when preparing any recipe from Daily Cake.

Basic Food Safety Guidelines

  • Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh, properly stored ingredients and check expiration dates
  • Temperature Safety: Follow proper temperature guidelines for eggs, dairy, and other perishables
  • Cross-Contamination: Use clean utensils and surfaces, especially when handling raw eggs
  • Storage: Store finished baked goods according to their ingredients and your climate
  • When in Doubt: If something looks, smells, or tastes off, don’t consume it

Raw Ingredients Warning

Some recipes may include:

  • Raw or undercooked eggs (in frostings, batters, or taste-testing)
  • Raw flour (which can contain harmful bacteria)
  • Unpasteurized dairy products

These ingredients may pose risks, especially for:

  • Pregnant women
  • Young children
  • Elderly individuals
  • People with compromised immune systems

Allergy & Dietary Restriction Warnings

Allergy Alert: I am not a medical professional and cannot guarantee that any recipe is safe for your specific allergies or dietary needs.

What I Do

  • List major allergens in ingredient lists (eggs, dairy, nuts, gluten)
  • Note when recipes can easily be modified for common restrictions
  • Provide substitution suggestions when I’ve tested them
  • Clearly mark when substitution suggestions are untested

What You Must Do

  • Read All Labels: Check every ingredient label for allergens and manufacturing warnings
  • Cross-Contamination Awareness: Consider shared facilities and equipment
  • Medical Consultation: Consult healthcare providers for severe allergies or medical dietary needs
  • Personal Responsibility: Make informed decisions about what’s safe for you and your family

Common Allergens in Cake Baking

  • Gluten: Present in most flours and many processed ingredients
  • Eggs: Used in most cake recipes for structure and moisture
  • Dairy: Butter, milk, cream, and cheese in many recipes
  • Nuts: Tree nuts and peanuts in ingredients and processing facilities
  • Soy: Often found in commercial chocolates and processed ingredients

No Professional Relationship

Using Daily Cake and interacting with me through the website, email, or comments does not create any professional relationship between us. Specifically:

  • I am not your personal chef, nutritionist, or food safety consultant
  • My recipe suggestions are general information, not personalized advice
  • I cannot be responsible for adapting recipes to your specific dietary needs
  • Any advice I provide is based on personal experience, not professional training

For specific dietary needs, food safety concerns, or professional baking questions, please consult with appropriate professionals.

Equipment & Kitchen Safety

Kitchen Safety: Baking involves hot ovens, sharp tools, and electrical equipment. Please use appropriate caution and safety measures.

Common Baking Hazards

  • Hot Surfaces: Ovens, stovetops, and hot pans can cause burns
  • Sharp Tools: Knives, graters, and other tools require careful handling
  • Electrical Equipment: Mixers and other appliances need proper use and maintenance
  • Hot Liquids: Melted chocolate, caramel, and other hot mixtures can cause severe burns
  • Heavy Equipment: Stand mixers and full mixing bowls can cause injury if mishandled

Safety Recommendations

  • Use oven mitts and pot holders
  • Keep pot handles turned inward
  • Never leave hot appliances unattended
  • Keep knives sharp and store them safely
  • Clean up spills immediately to prevent slips
  • Follow all manufacturer instructions for equipment

Nutritional Information

When I include nutritional information, it is:

  • Calculated using standard ingredient databases
  • Approximate and may not reflect your exact ingredients
  • Based on specified serving sizes
  • Not verified by a nutrition professional
  • Not intended to replace professional nutritional counseling

For accurate nutritional information or specific dietary planning, consult with a registered dietitian or use professional nutrition software.

External Links & Third-Party Content

Daily Cake may contain links to:

  • Ingredient suppliers and kitchen equipment retailers
  • Other baking blogs and recipe websites
  • Educational resources about baking techniques
  • Social media platforms and communities

Important: I am not responsible for:

  • The content, accuracy, or safety of external websites
  • Products purchased through external links
  • Privacy policies of third-party sites
  • Changes to external content after I’ve linked to it

When you click external links, you do so at your own risk and subject to the terms and policies of those websites.

Recipe Attribution & Inspiration

Many recipes are inspired by traditional techniques, classic recipes, or other bakers. When possible, I provide attribution for direct inspiration. However:

  • Basic cake recipes and techniques are part of general baking knowledge
  • I may not always know the original source of traditional recipes
  • My versions often include significant modifications and personal touches
  • All recipes on Daily Cake have been tested and rewritten in my own words

Content Accuracy & Updates

I strive to provide accurate, tested recipes and helpful information. However:

  • Errors may occasionally occur despite careful testing and proofreading
  • Baking science and best practices evolve over time
  • Ingredient availability and formulations can change
  • I may update recipes based on new information or reader feedback

If you notice an error or have concerns about a recipe, please contact me at [email protected]. I investigate all reports and update content when necessary.

Age Restrictions

Daily Cake is designed for adult home bakers. Many baking activities involve:

  • Hot ovens and stovetops
  • Sharp knives and kitchen tools
  • Heavy equipment like stand mixers
  • Raw ingredients that may pose health risks

Children should always have adult supervision when baking and should not attempt recipes independently without proper guidance and safety instruction.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Daily Cake and Casey Morgan disclaim all liability for:

  • Recipe failures or unsatisfactory results
  • Kitchen accidents, injuries, or property damage
  • Foodborne illness or allergic reactions
  • Equipment damage or malfunction
  • Costs related to ingredients, supplies, or equipment
  • Loss of time, opportunity, or enjoyment
  • Any indirect, consequential, or punitive damages

Note: This limitation doesn’t affect your legal consumer rights or limit liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence.

Geographic Considerations

Daily Cake is based in the United States, and recipes reflect:

  • US ingredient availability and brands
  • Imperial measurements (with metric conversions)
  • US food safety standards and practices
  • Equipment commonly available in the US market

International readers should:

  • Check local ingredient availability and substitutions
  • Verify food safety standards in their country
  • Consider altitude and climate differences
  • Adapt techniques for locally available equipment

Contact for Clarifications

Questions About This Disclaimer

Email: [email protected]

Subject Line: Use “DISCLAIMER QUESTION” to help me prioritize your message

If you have questions about any of the disclaimers above, need clarification about a specific recipe’s safety considerations, or want to report a concern, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

I personally respond to all safety and disclaimer questions within 24 hours, usually much sooner.