How would I bake a cake or cupcakes in the microwave oven?

Question by Jeff: How would I bake a cake or cupcakes in the microwave oven?
Is it possible to successfully bake a cake or cupcakes in a microwave oven when the cake mix box only gives directions for a conventional oven? Say, for example, the baking time calls for 40 minutes at 350 degrees. How would I translate that to microwave use? Would I need to modify the ingredients in any way?

Best answer:

Answer by Karen S
I was about to answer that I didn’t think it would work in a microwave unless it was a combination but I just googled microwave cake and found these two recipes!

Easy Cake

Box of cake mix, any flavor
Regular size can of pie filling, any flavor
3 eggs
Non-stick Spray

Mix the ingredients together well. Pour in a microwave container spray with non-stick spray. Cook 8 to 12 minutes, depending on your microwave. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes and serve.

Cinnamon and Sugar Coffee Cake

One box of yellow cake mix
Ingredients listed on the box
Sugar for Sprinkle topping
Cinnamon-Vanilla Seasoning

Mix box of cake mix according to the instructions on the box. Spray a microwave container and pour batter into container. Sprinkle the top with a mixture of sugar and Cinnamon/Vanilla seasoning. Microwave for approximately ten minutes. Let stand in microwave for two minutes.

and there are more here http://www.buzzle.com/articles/microwave-cake-recipes.html

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Dollhouse Bake Shoppe Dominates Cupcake Wars!

Lindsay Morton of Dollhouse Bakeshoppe dominates Food Network’s Cupcake Wars with her darling cupcakes and display!
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I want to bake chocolate and coffee cupcakes. Can I just take a choc box mix and sub instant coffee for water?

Question by smilesvssmirks: I want to bake chocolate and coffee cupcakes. Can I just take a choc box mix and sub instant coffee for water?
I don’t want a really strong coffee flavor. On the box mix for the chocolate cake it calls for 1 and 1/3 cup water. Couldn’t I just dissolve a bit of instant coffee/espresso powder into the water to give the cupcakes a hint of the coffee flavor and kick? Or would that mess with the chemicals and the way the wet and dry ingredients react together?

Best answer:

Answer by Cappuccino S
YES, instant espresso or instant coffee added to the water.

I also make them stronger by adding the finest ground Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee! It’s a great coffee for baking :)

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Will cupcakes I bake Sunday night still be moist for Tuesday afternoon?

Question by Keep on Truckin’: Will cupcakes I bake Sunday night still be moist for Tuesday afternoon?
I have to make a lot of cupcakes for a lunch function on Tuesday. If I bake them on Sunday night (but wait to ice them on Monday night) will they still be moist by Tuesday lunch? Should I store them in an air-tight container or with the lid loose?

Best answer:

Answer by MJ
Airtight container in the fridge to slow down the aging process. If air is allowed to stay with them then they will mold and dry out. If you put them in a container with a paper towel, it will soak up any extra moisture while allowing the muffins to remain moist.

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Pralines Bake Shop’s Audition Tape For Cupcake Wars

This is an Audition Tape from Pralines Bake Shop in Newburyport, Massachusetts for the Food Network Show “Cupcake Wars” Produced by Ben Knight
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Homemade Cocoa Mix A Hit At School Bake Sale

Homemade Cocoa Mix A Hit At School Bake Sale

For my sons school bake sale I wanted to make something special. But I have a confession to make: I dont bake! It is really frustrating sometimes dealing with these Suzy homemaker type of Moms when I dont have those baking, sewing and crafty skills. It makes me feel like I should have paid more attention in Home Ec so many years ago.

One of the things my son loves that I make is a homemade cocoa mix. I add mini marshmallows and a special mix of cocoa I created myself. My entire family thinks this is a great winter treat. I realized that this could be the ideal thing to make for the school bake sale! Especially as it would likely not be something other Moms would make. They would all be making cupcakes, brownies and cookies all perfectly of course.

To make my cocoa mix just a bit more special, I got personalized labels for the jars that said Greene Hollows Elementary School Bake Sale Winter 2010. The label had the image of a snowflake and a big snowman on it, perfect for winter. I added these labels to the Mason jars I bought to put the cocoa in. They fit perfectly and made my little family cocoa mix look so professional and attractive.

I have to say that even I was a bit impressed by my cocoa mix when I brought it to the bake sale. To see it there next to the brownies, cupcakes and cookies it looked really nice. And the kids and parents were buying it quickly. All of my cocoa mix was gone by early in the afternoon. That was a secret thrill for me. As you can tell Im not really a baker. But to have a sell out item at the most popular bake sale of the year you have to be pretty popular and bring something that the kids and adults like a lot.

I think the secret to my cocoa mix is that I measure it carefully. Making sure that the ingredients dont overwhelm each other. I dont add too much sugar. I do add lots of marshmallows because the kids really enjoy those. And I put the marshmallows in the jar mix right there on top because they look pretty in the jar mix. I tied my jars with a blue ribbon and a card that had the cocoa mix recipe and the ingredients especially for any parents worried about food allergies.

The personalized labels made my cocoa mix look so much better. I think especially because they mentioned the bake sale they were a big hit. The cocoa jars advertised the bake sale in a subtle way and I know some of the other Moms in charge of the bake sale appreciated that. The bake sale is a lot of work to put together. I dont think I could have made labels like that on my own to have them look that pretty and colorful with the snowman and snowflake like that. I really owe my recent baking success to those personalized labels. I wonder what Ill make next now that I have these great labels!

Can you bake cupcakes a day before a party before decoratign them?

Question by Moni: Can you bake cupcakes a day before a party before decoratign them?
I am planning my daughter’s birthday party and decided to bake about 40 cupcakes insead of a cake. Can I bake the cupcakes a day before and decorate them the next day? Also, I want to make a frosting not as sweet as buttercream. Can anyone give me a good recipe. or can I use cool whip and add food coloring for the icing. Its a princess theme and I want make all pastel colors. thanks

Best answer:

Answer by Mrs_Endless
yes you can bake cupcakes a day ahead

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Kitchen Tools: How to Bake Delicious Treats

Kitchen Tools: How to Bake Delicious Treats

Any baker needs the right cooking equipment. How you measure and mix can determine if your confections are a success or a culinary catastrophe. Read on to learn more about some useful and playful kitchen accessories. Of you should begin with the basics. You’ll definitely need to have containers for measuring. Baking can be a sensitive process, so having the right measurements is crucial. There are a number of different product materials, so go with something that’s high quality and that you’re comfortable with. Another must-have is a good thermometer. Making hard candy is just one use for a cooking thermometer. Because of the number of applications for them in the kitchen, cooking thermometers vary for baking candies, meats and other foods. Non-stick pans are good, but more people are buying silicone pads. Lining your baking pans with this pad gives you extra protection against sticking. Cleaning is also easier and quicker. Most baking can be done as long as you have these few items. For other tasks of rolling, scooping and stirring there are even more tools to have. The foods that you cook and how often you do it are a couple of factors that can affect what you need. When you have the fundamental tools, you can upgrade to the whimsical products. If you like cupcakes then consider the whimsical mini cupcake maker. With a design similar to a waffle iron, the cupcake maker cooks the small treats very quickly. The baking tray has a non-stick coating and can make at least five little cupcakes. There are also some pizza ovens made on the style of countertop indoor grills. This accessory can come in handy if you want really like cooking pizza. Many models allow you to cook fresh, frozen or pre-cooked pizza. You may want a whole line of silicone moulds or muffin cups. A countertop scale could benefit a baker who likes to make breads. There are devices that can separate your eggs for you. Whether you’re a professional or an amateur baker you can find cooking products to help you get the job done. Like with mechanics and technology, it’s important to be equipped properly for baking. Whether you’re making savory foods or sweets, you want to get the tastiest results. Fill your kitchen with enticing smells and the right cooking accessories.

Bake and Destroy on Food Network’s Cupcake Wars

www.bakeanddestroy.net Tune in Sunday, December 27th – 9pm CST to see Bake and Destroy’s Natalie Slater on the judging panel!
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Cupcake Wars: Sweet E’s Bake Shop

Highlights of Erica Tucker, owner of Sweet E’s Bake Shop in Los Angeles, competing against other cupcake makers in the Food Network’s new show Cupcake Wars. www.sweetesbakeshop.com
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