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350°F
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177°C
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Temperature Scale Comparison

Baking Temperature Guide

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Description Fahrenheit (°F) Celsius (°C) Gas Mark

Cooking Recommendations

Oven Temperature Guide

Cool Oven (200-300°F)

  • 200°F (93°C): Warming, dehydrating
  • 225°F (107°C): Slow roasting, jerky
  • 250°F (121°C): Slow cooking, meringues
  • 275°F (135°C): Very slow baking
  • 300°F (149°C): Slow baking, custards

Moderate Oven (325-375°F)

  • 325°F (163°C): Slow baking, roasting
  • 350°F (177°C): Standard baking temperature
  • 375°F (191°C): Quick baking, roasting
  • Gas Mark 4-5: Most cakes and cookies
  • Perfect for: Cakes, cookies, bread

Hot Oven (400-450°F)

  • 400°F (204°C): Quick roasting, pizza
  • 425°F (218°C): Fast baking, roasting
  • 450°F (232°C): Very hot, crusty bread
  • Gas Mark 7-8: Pastries, puff pastry
  • Perfect for: Pizza, bread, roasting

Very Hot Oven (475°F+)

  • 475°F (246°C): Professional baking
  • 500°F (260°C): Pizza oven temperature
  • 525°F (274°C): Maximum home oven
  • Gas Mark 9-10: Professional settings
  • Use with caution: Watch closely

About Oven Temperatures

The Oven Temperature Converter helps you convert between Fahrenheit, Celsius, and Gas Mark temperature scales used in cooking and baking worldwide. Understanding temperature conversions is essential for following recipes from different countries and achieving perfect cooking results.

Temperature Scale Comparisons

Description Fahrenheit (°F) Celsius (°C) Gas Mark Common Uses
Very Cool 200-250°F 93-121°C ¼-½ Drying, warming
Cool 275-300°F 135-149°C 1-2 Slow cooking
Moderate 325-350°F 163-177°C 3-4 Most baking
Moderately Hot 375°F 191°C 5 Quick baking
Hot 400-425°F 204-218°C 6-7 Roasting, pizza
Very Hot 450-475°F 232-246°C 8-9 Bread, pastry
Extremely Hot 500°F+ 260°C+ 9-10 Professional

Conversion Formulas

Fahrenheit to Celsius

°C = (°F - 32) × 5/9
Example: 350°F → (350-32)×5/9 = 177°C

Celsius to Fahrenheit

°F = (°C × 9/5) + 32
Example: 180°C → (180×9/5)+32 = 356°F

Gas Mark Conversions

Gas Mark ≈ (°F - 250) ÷ 25
Example: 350°F → (350-250)÷25 = Gas Mark 4

Baking Temperature Guide by Food Type

Breads

  • White Bread: 375-425°F (190-218°C)
  • Whole Wheat: 350-375°F (177-190°C)
  • French Bread: 400-450°F (204-232°C)
  • Quick Breads: 350-375°F (177-190°C)
  • Bread Rolls: 375-400°F (190-204°C)

Cakes & Pastries

  • Layer Cakes: 350°F (177°C)
  • Sponge Cakes: 325-350°F (163-177°C)
  • Cheesecake: 300-325°F (149-163°C)
  • Puff Pastry: 400-425°F (204-218°C)
  • Pie Crust: 375-425°F (190-218°C)

Cookies

  • Chocolate Chip: 375°F (190°C)
  • Sugar Cookies: 350-375°F (177-190°C)
  • Shortbread: 325°F (163°C)
  • Macarons: 300°F (149°C)
  • Brownies: 350°F (177°C)

Meats & Savory

  • Chicken: 375-400°F (190-204°C)
  • Beef Roast: 325-350°F (163-177°C)
  • Pork: 350-375°F (177-190°C)
  • Fish: 375-400°F (190-204°C)
  • Casseroles: 350-375°F (177-190°C)

Oven Temperature Tips

Oven Accuracy

  • Most home ovens run 25-50°F hot or cold
  • Use an oven thermometer for accuracy
  • Calibrate your oven regularly
  • Position matters - top/bottom heat varies

Convection vs Conventional

  • Convection: Reduce temperature by 25°F
  • Conventional: Use recipe temperatures
  • Convection cooks faster and more evenly
  • Adjust baking time by 25% for convection

Baking Time Adjustments

  • Higher temperature = shorter time
  • Lower temperature = longer time
  • Every 25°F change = 10% time adjustment
  • Always check for doneness early

International Oven Standards

Country Standard Scale Common Range Notes
United States Fahrenheit 200-500°F Most recipes use °F
Canada Both Both scales used Recipes often show both
United Kingdom Gas Mark & Celsius Gas Mark 1-9 Gas marks common
Australia Celsius 150-250°C Metric system
Europe Celsius 150-250°C Gas marks in UK only
Note: Oven temperatures are approximate and can vary based on your specific oven, altitude, humidity, and other factors. Always use an oven thermometer for accuracy. When converting recipes, round temperatures to the nearest 5 or 10 degrees for practical use. Baking is as much art as science - adjust based on your results and experience.

What is 350°F in Celsius?

350°F is equal to 177°C. This is calculated using the formula: °C = (°F - 32) × 5/9. So, (350-32) × 5/9 = 318 × 5/9 = 177°C.

What gas mark is 350°F?

350°F is approximately Gas Mark 4. Gas marks are a British measurement system for oven temperatures where Gas Mark 1 is about 275°F and each additional mark adds about 25°F.

How do I convert Celsius to Fahrenheit for baking?

Use the formula: °F = (°C × 9/5) + 32. For example, to convert 180°C to Fahrenheit: (180 × 9/5) + 32 = (324) + 32 = 356°F, which rounds to 350-375°F for baking.

What's the difference between convection and conventional oven temperatures?

Convection ovens have fans that circulate hot air, cooking food faster and more evenly. When using a convection oven, reduce the temperature by 25°F (15°C) from the recipe's conventional oven temperature.

Why do baking recipes use different temperatures?

Different foods require different temperatures for optimal results. Lower temperatures (300-325°F) are for delicate items like custards, moderate temperatures (350°F) for most baking, and higher temperatures (400°F+) for crusty breads and quick cooking.