350F

350°F (approximately 176.7°C) is a commonly used oven temperature in American cooking. The value is widely cited in U.S. recipe books and on kitchen appliances, while many other countries publish oven settings in Celsius. The two scales intersect around the 176–180°C range for this setting.

In cooking and baking, 350°F is regarded as a moderate heat. It is a default temperature for a variety of baked goods and dishes, including cookies, cakes, muffins, breads, casseroles, and roasted meats and vegetables. Recipes often use 350°F to encourage even browning and thorough cooking without excessive burning.

Cooking times at 350°F depend on factors such as dish size, pan material, and oven performance. When converting recipes between Celsius and Fahrenheit, the approximate equivalence is 180°C ≈ 356°F, so some cooks adjust times or slightly tweak temperatures to achieve similar results.

Notes and practical considerations: ovens vary in accuracy, so an oven thermometer can help ensure consistent results at 350°F. Some recipes may specify a range (for example, 350–375°F) to account for differences in pan type or desired doneness. While 350°F is a standard reference point in many kitchens, precise results still rely on factors beyond temperature alone, including ingredient preparation, altitude, and equipment.