Creative Cakes You Can Make in a Batter Bowl - Jennie's List

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores various creative cake ideas that can be made using a batter bowl, with participants sharing their personal experiences and techniques for different cake designs.

Discussion Character

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  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, Jennie, inquires about additional cake types that can be made in a batter bowl beyond those she already knows.
  • Another participant shares a technique for creating a football or Easter egg cake by slicing the cake vertically and laying the cut ends together.
  • One participant expresses curiosity about how to make a half ball cake, given the bowl's shape.
  • A different participant explains their method for creating a half ball by cutting the bottom flat and rounding the top.
  • One participant asks for details on making a spider cake.
  • Another participant describes the process for making a spider cake, including decoration tips and ingredients used.
  • One participant mentions the Baked Alaska Cake as an easy option from a past celebration show.
  • Another participant shares a handout with various cake ideas, detailing several creative designs such as a Flower Pot Cake, Graduation Cake, Easter Basket Cake, Noah’s Ark Cake, and an “Over the Hill” Cake.
  • One participant expresses intent to make the spider cake for a Halloween party and asks about the cake preparation process.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on specific techniques and recipes for cake designs, with no clear consensus on the best methods or ideas shared.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and creative ideas for cakes made in batter bowls, reflecting a variety of occasions and themes.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative cake ideas to share with customers or incorporate into their own baking experiences may find this thread informative.

Jennie4PC
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I was wondering if anyone has a list of the types of cake that you can make in the batter bowl i know you can do the doll, volcano and spider cake but im just wondering if anyone can post a few more for me
Thanks a bunch
Jennie
 
If you slice the cake down the centre vertically, and then lay the cut ends together, you can make a football or easter egg. The small batter bowl makes a good baseball cap or half a softball, soccer ball or basketball.
 
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thanks those are definitly perfect for little boys, but how do you make the half ball since the bowl is kind of odd shaped?
 
I cut the bottom off to make it flat and then cut a little of what I cut off to round out the top - hope this makes sense!
 
I'm curious how to make the spider???
 
Spider cake:) The spider cake is quite easy. You make the cake like you normally would and put it on a simple additions. Than you decorate it with chocolate frosting and than put chocolate sprinkles on it. You use 8 black licorich sticks for the legs. Make sure you put toothpicks in one of the ends and stick the other in the cake. And use gummy drops for the eyes. And you have yourself a spider. Oh so cute! I hope that this helped you out!
deb :)
 
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Don't forget the Baked Alaska Cake from the Fall/Winter 2004 Celebrations Shows! That is an awesome cake and super easy. :)
 
I have a handout that I give customers who want to know what types of cakes you can make with the batter bowl. The handout was given to me by my director but I believe it was originally put together by Cathy Bates. I cut and pasted a couple of the ideas below.


Flower Pot Cake
Bake a 1 or 2-Qt. Batter Bowl cake. Make a batch of Rice Krispy treats and cut out flower shapes with the Scalloped Bread Tube. Place a gumdrop into the center of each with a toothpick. Place each “flower” on a long skewer and poke them in the top of the cake. Looks like a flowerpot with flowers!! You can decorate the cake any way you want. Variation: Put crushed cookies on top to look like dirt and add gummy worms!
Graduation Cake - Put a piece of cardboard on top of the cake and decorate it like a graduation cap.

Easter Basket Cake
Make a Batter Bowl Cake using only 1 cake mix and adding only half of the water the mix calls for. This needs to be an almost dense cake for this one. Place Batter Bowl cake with small end on the plate. Decorate cake like a basket, frosting with cocoa frosting, etc…..you can really go crazy and do a basket weave pattern all around the sides with the half-shell tip. Put a new pipe cleaner into a new straw and bend for the handle, inserting ends deep into the top of the cake. Frost the top with green frosting and sprinkle some green-tinted coconut on top of that. Then you can finish it off by putting some wrapped chocolate eggs on top of the “grass”.


Noah’s Ark Cake
Bake cake in 2-Qt. Batter Bowl. Set cake on platter just as it came out of the bowl. Frost with brown frosting and decorate with small animals, Bible figures. Tint coconut with blue food coloring for water around bottom of cake. You can also make a rainbow out of construction paper or poster board.

“Over the Hill” Cake - Cut Batter Bowl cake in half and lay smaller ends touching. Decorate like an hourglass and a sign next to it to the effect of “Time is running out!”
 
deb313 said:
:) The spider cake is quite easy. You make the cake like you normally would and put it on a simple additions. Than you decorate it with chocolate frosting and than put chocolate sprinkles on it. You use 8 black licorich sticks for the legs. Make sure you put toothpicks in one of the ends and stick the other in the cake. And use gummy drops for the eyes. And you have yourself a spider. Oh so cute! I hope that this helped you out!
deb :)


Deb I am definately going to make this for my kid halloween party. How do you make the cake? Is it just a normal 1 box chocolate cake mix and mix like normal & put into oven?
 

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What is "Creative Cakes You Can Make in a Batter Bowl - Jennie's List"?

"Creative Cakes You Can Make in a Batter Bowl - Jennie's List" is a collection of innovative cake recipes designed to be made using a batter bowl, showcasing the versatility of this essential kitchen tool. The list includes various cake ideas that are easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.

What types of cakes are included in Jennie's List?

Jennie's List features a variety of cake recipes, including classic flavors like chocolate and vanilla, as well as unique combinations such as lemon blueberry and red velvet. Each recipe is designed to be simple and accessible for bakers of all skill levels.

Do I need special equipment to make these cakes?

The primary equipment needed is a batter bowl, which is perfect for mixing and pouring batter. Other common kitchen tools like measuring cups, spoons, and a whisk or mixer are also recommended, but no specialized equipment is required.

Are the recipes suitable for beginners?

Yes, the recipes in "Creative Cakes You Can Make in a Batter Bowl - Jennie's List" are designed to be beginner-friendly. Each recipe includes clear instructions and tips to help novice bakers successfully create delicious cakes.

Can I customize the recipes to suit my dietary needs?

Absolutely! Many of the recipes can be easily customized to accommodate dietary restrictions. You can substitute ingredients like gluten-free flour, dairy alternatives, or reduce sugar to make the cakes healthier or suitable for specific diets.

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