Cake Made From New Silicone Crown Pan

[AnnieBee]

Has anyone seen or got a picture of an actual cake made from this pan? Probably sounds silly, but I'd love to see how the cake itself looks!

 

[Intrepid_Chef]

There is one in the catalog.Frankly ... I don't think it looks a whole lot different than one made in the fluted stone ...

 

[chefann]

It's cute - would be good for King Cake at a Mardi Gras theme show. DH's scanner hasn't been working, or I'd scan the pic for you.

 

[GourmetGirl]

It's cute - would be good for King Cake at a Mardi Gras theme show.

That's exactly what I was thinking when I saw it! Maybe some creative Cheffers will make some other cute cakes and post pictures so I can stop seeing it as a 1 day a year pan...

 

[chefann]

It would be good for a b'day cake for a princess-themed party. Or for Father's Day ('King of his castle' and all that...).

 

[ChefBeckyD]

At conference they also suggested using it for jello and ice-cream molds, or for an ice ring for a punch bowl.


I don't see myself using it much.

 

[babywings76]

What are the benefits of using a silicone mold? I was also curious as to why they picked a crown design on this. Seems to limit its use. If it was just a pretty design I think that it would be more appealing, to me anyway. JMO

 

[ljeffries]

Why do you need a special occasion for it? It's just a cake pan - use it!! I love the fluted pan, but will use this one just as much - just for any old cake. It will just make your cakes stand out a little more than a 'regular' bundt-type cake!!!

 

[vwpamperedchef]

What are the benefits of using a silicone mold? I was also curious as to why they picked a crown design on this. Seems to limit its use. If it was just a pretty design I think that it would be more appealing, to me anyway. JMO

I completely Agree that it has limited uses. I started to write, before I saw your post, that they should have picked a pattern that was more versitile. I personally have NO use for crown in my life (no kids, just a DH and cat)!

 

[chefann]

HO does more intricate designs in the silicone pieces because they're easier to unmold from the silicone than from stoneware. I think the crown is more versatile than, say, a rose (I've seen those pans in the stores and they're pretty, but I'd never use them - and the cupcake pan is flowers already anyway). I'm still conflicted on the whole silicone bakeware issue. Silicone is an insulator. That's what makes it so good for scrapers and hot pads. But baking dishes are supposed to transfer the heat into your baked goods, which is why they're made of materials that conduct heat (metal, stoneware...).

 

[kam]

At conference they also suggested using it for jello and ice-cream molds, or for an ice ring for a punch bowl.

I have a silicone pan that I bought years ago and I use it for ice rings for punch bowls. I have to say that is the only thing I use it for. The Silicone makes it VERY easy to release the ice ring. I can't see myself buying another silicone cake pan. I guess if I didn't already have one...

 

[AnnieBee]

Still no picture! Does anyone have a scanner handy??

I like the ice idea, but I agree that a more universal design might have been better. I guess I'm still not sure if it really looks like a crown, or just a more decorative bundt.

I have 2 nordicware fancy bundt pans, so no real need for this one.

I do agree with Lamar that it is fun to use "fancy" pans for everyday too! And they are great for bake sale cakes. The mini-fluted (still on the outlet!) is good for this too.

 

[susanr613]

i like the design - it's fancy without being overtly girly. also, you can get away with just a dusting of powdered sugar on top.

 

[WLMcCoy]

Does anyone have a picture of just the pan at least? I haven't seen any of the new products. My daughter's 1st birthday is in September & it is princess themed!! I have been looking for a shaped pan for it! I would greatly appreciate a picture of just the pan.

Didn't mean to steal the thread, but I'd also like to see a picture of the finished cake!

 

[susanr613]

if you're having a princess party, how about making the doll cake with the batter bowl?

 

[janetupnorth]

At conference they also suggested using it for jello and ice-cream molds, or for an ice ring for a punch bowl.


I don't see myself using it much.

Oh, it was kind of used for OTHER things in Wave 1. Even became part of a few songs!

 

[janetupnorth]

if you're having a princess party, how about making the doll cake with the batter bowl?

Yes, I thought that was pretty easy to do!

 

[jbachen]

I have 2 nordicware fancy bundt pans, so no real need for this one.

See, now I have a nordicware fancy bundt pan that I HATE - I can never get all the cake crumbs out of the nooks and crannies, and I have tried everything from toothpicks to baby bottle brushes.

I was hoping the silicone pan would make it easier to release the cake, and easier to clean.

Am I just dreaming here??

 

[AnnieBee]

Hey Jean, which design do you have? I haven't had any problems. I grease and flour well, and then use the nipple-brush (will that be censored? LOL!) from my bottle brushes to get into the corners. I probably let it soak a bit too! One of mine is a castle with turrets that could be a pain, but so far they haven't been. Is your non-stick still in good shape?

 

[raebates]

I think the silicone will make it much easier to clean than your other fancy pan.I don't think it's an obvious crown, and it isn't particularly girly. I can see using it lots.

 

[wadesgirl]

Here's a picture!

 

[jbachen]

Hey Jean, which design do you have? I haven't had any problems. I grease and flour well, and then use the nipple-brush (will that be censored? LOL!) from my bottle brushes to get into the corners. I probably let it soak a bit too! One of mine is a castle with turrets that could be a pain, but so far they haven't been. Is your non-stick still in good shape?

I think mine is the castle as well. And the non-stick should be in good shape, since I have only used it a handful of times, because of the cleaning issue. And I do soak it also, and use a nipple brush, and either grease and flour or spray (very well) with Pam with flour. So I am not sure why I am having such issues.
I wonder if I could season it like cast iron?? Hm...

 

[jbachen]

I think the silicone will make it much easier to clean than your other fancy pan.

I don't think it's an obvious crown, and it isn't particularly girly. I can see using it lots.

That's what I was hoping to hear!! I would love to hear from folks after they use it. I think I took it off my sample order yesterday to save money, but I am hoping to pick it up later if I can get my schedule to pick up.

 

[pampermejolene]

hrmm... Maybe it's just me, but it looks like a decorated flute pan rather than a "crown" to me. Still might make some fun cakes, just doesn't look too "crownie" to me.

 

[kitchenfun2day]

Why do you need a special occasion for it? It's just a cake pan - use it!! I love the fluted pan, but will use this one just as much - just for any old cake. It will just make your cakes stand out a little more than a 'regular' bundt-type cake!!!

Good idea! :thumbup:

 

[Jenni]

I don't love it and plan to sell mine! Don't see me ever using it..

 

[raebates]

Mine arrived this morning, so I made a devils food cake. It works well and doesn't look too girly/fancy.