An ordinary springform pan goes a long way, right up until the cake needs four layers, a cheesecake needs to be really tall, or a cake needs to be built upwards rather than outwards. That's when you need more height, and that's exactly what this pan has.
The Finnish pan from Heirol is made of coated carbon steel with a non-stick surface and a removable base that lets the cake go without protest. It's just as good for tall sponge cakes as for cheesecakes, mousse cakes and bakes that never see the inside of an oven. Grease and dust the pan with breadcrumbs or flour before baking, and if the batter is runny, line the base with baking paper for an even better seal. Wash by hand.
Available in four sizes: 16 cm (8 cm tall, 1.4 litres), 18 cm (8 cm tall, 1.8 litres), 20 cm (10 cm tall, 3 litres) and 26 cm (10 cm tall, 4.4 litres).