WATCH: Duff Goldman's Tips For Perfect Layer Cakes

Having trouble with your cakes? Let Duff Goldman come to the rescue!

In this video from Popsugar, the Ace of Cakes shares his simple tips for making even layers and frosting cakes with host Brandi Milloy.

Unlike some of the machinery you'd see on Goldman's reality show, the pastry chef sticks to simple run-of-the-mill tools you can find at your local craft or hardware store.

If you've got 8 1/2 minutes to spare, you'll be on your way to making beautiful and delectable layer cakes. Enjoy!

a video by Popsugar