Making a Cake in a Rice Cooker vs. Microwave

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Discussion Overview

This thread explores the experiences of participants making cakes in rice cookers and microwaves, discussing various techniques, recipes, and outcomes. Participants share their personal methods and results, as well as their thoughts on cake height and frosting amounts.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares their experience of making a cake in a rice cooker with a specific layering technique of cake mix and frosting.
  • Another participant mentions that their cake turned out only a few inches high and that they used too much frosting, leading to a messy result.
  • Several users discuss the importance of whether to leave the rice cooker lid on or off during cooking, with mixed experiences shared.
  • One participant notes that their cakes come out almost as tall as the rice cooker, while another mentions that their cake batter did not rise as expected.
  • Some participants express enthusiasm for specific flavors, such as chocolate hazelnut, and share their enjoyment of those recipes.
  • One participant discusses the challenges faced with generic cake mixes compared to name brands, noting differences in cooking time and cake height.
  • Another participant shares a humorous experience of melting their cooking pan, indicating the trial-and-error nature of experimenting with these recipes.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best techniques for making cakes in rice cookers, particularly regarding the use of frosting and the height of the cakes. No clear consensus emerges on the optimal method or results.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and recipes, reflecting a variety of approaches to cake-making in rice cookers and microwaves. The discussion highlights the experimental nature of cooking within the community.

Who May Find This Useful

This thread may be of interest to Pampered Chef consultants looking to share and learn about different cake-making techniques using rice cookers and microwaves.

SilverCeladon
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I just got my rice cooker today and I want to make the cake. How long do you put it in the micro for? The consultant at the last party I went to just made the cake mix like normal and put a huge dollop of frosting in the middle and microwaved it. Is that right?
 
here is my recipe file for the rice cooker
 

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SilverCeladon said:
I just got my rice cooker today and I want to make the cake. How long do you put it in the micro for? The consultant at the last party I went to just made the cake mix like normal and put a huge dollop of frosting in the middle and microwaved it. Is that right?
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That's what I do. 1/2 of the Cake mix than 1/2- 1/3 the frosting than the rest of the cake mix. 9 minutes and your ready. I let it cool for just a moment then flip it out onto my SA platter (med one with the cranberry trim( You can use the dots for the New season tho. It would be really festive. Good luck and enjoy:) Laurel
 
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Awesome! I just sent my husband to the store to get some cake mix. I thought you were supposed to leave off the lid. No?
 
I tried this last night, and while it tasted good, it looked bad! How high do your cakes turn out? Mine was only a few inches, and 1/2 a can of frosting was WAY too much, it was EVERYWHERE. Next time, I'm going to try it with one scoop...But I wanted to see if it's only supposed to be a few inches high. I pictured something bigger.
 
Hazelnut cake?Are you talking about the warm chocolate hazelnut cake? I love that cake!! It makes my mouth water just talking about it.
I can eat the Nutela straight from the jar. It's like eating crushed up Ferrer rocher candies!
I love hazelnuts and chocolate! Come to think of it, I love any kind of nut and chocolate.
Debbie :D
 
CAmomCookin4U said:
That's what I do. 1/2 of the Cake mix than 1/2- 1/3 the frosting than the rest of the cake mix. 9 minutes and your ready. I let it cool for just a moment then flip it out onto my SA platter (med one with the cranberry trim( You can use the dots for the New season tho. It would be really festive. Good luck and enjoy:) Laurel
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Y do you only do 1/2 of the cake mix? I have done it with the whole cake each time I have made it.
 
We just made and ate a rice cooker cake. I made devil's food cake (the whole box cake mix) and put 1/2 the icing into the middle of the cake batter. 9 minutes in the microwave and we ate it 20 minutes later. Looks great and taste even better!! Enjoy your cake!!!
 
I've heard that chocolate with chocolate comes out looking the best.
 
All this sounds good, must get the rice cooker. All I have is the large micro cooker...any good cakes/recipes or something in that???
 
Winnipegk said:
I tried this last night, and while it tasted good, it looked bad! How high do your cakes turn out? Mine was only a few inches, and 1/2 a can of frosting was WAY too much, it was EVERYWHERE. Next time, I'm going to try it with one scoop...

But I wanted to see if it's only supposed to be a few inches high. I pictured something bigger.
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That sounds like your cake wasn't completely done, and what you thought was icing was partially unbaked cake batter! :o My cakes always come out almost as tall as the rice cooker... the top is pressed against the inner lid, and it doesn't fall down when I dump it on the plate.
 
Shannon, I have the large micro cooker which doesn't get put away everyday. It is great for steaming chicken, vegetables and I've also used it to cook my ground beef in the microwave--I think I've cooked it for about 5 minutes on high the ground beef.
 
My cakes come out almost as high as the rice cooker also:) Last weekend at a show I did the micro cake in the fluted stoneware... it looked so awesome, after it cooled a bit a put it on the new S/A lg dots bowl... Everyone was amazed at how well it looked and tasted... and the fact that you can bake it in the microwave blew them away:)
 
chefmelody said:
That sounds like your cake wasn't completely done, and what you thought was icing was partially unbaked cake batter! :o My cakes always come out almost as tall as the rice cooker... the top is pressed against the inner lid, and it doesn't fall down when I dump it on the plate.
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That's what I thought too, but after about 7 minutes, the cooker started shaking and the lid was making weird banging noises!!!

How much cake batter is in one package? Maybe sizes are different in Canada??? My batter only came up about 1/4 of the height of the rice cooker.

I knew I should have bought another box of cake mix when I was at the store!!!
 
Winnipegk said:
How much cake batter is in one package? Maybe sizes are different in Canada??? My batter only came up about 1/4 of the height of the rice cooker.
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The rice cooker cake uses a standard 18 ounce cake mix. Some mixes are 9 ounces. You'll need to use 2 of those.
 
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DebbieSAChef said:
Are you talking about the warm chocolate hazelnut cake? I love that cake!! It makes my mouth water just talking about it.
I can eat the Nutela straight from the jar. It's like eating crushed up Ferrer rocher candies!
I love hazelnuts and chocolate! Come to think of it, I love any kind of nut and chocolate.
Debbie :D
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I'm not a huge choc fan but absolutely LOVE the Nutella!!!!! Since it said made with skim milk figured not bad, huh! still love it; I try not to keep in the house or I"ll eat it all before making the cake, same thing happens with many recipes, I buy the ingreds and eat them before making the recipe!!! LOL

Many times like Pineapple tidbits or something!

liz
 
grrr it was an 18 oz package....do I just ignore the banging noises and let it cook for the full 10 minutes?Do you flip it out right away or do you let it cool? I'm going to go to the store and get some more cake mix.
 
I let mine sit for about 5ish minutes and then dumped it out.
 
nicki25 said:
I let mine sit for about 5ish minutes and then dumped it out.
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Ok, I'm going to try it out again tonight and just hope my rice cooker doesn't explode.eta: OK I couldn't wait until tonight so I ran and got another box of mix. It's in the microwave right now and I'mnot taking it out early!!Ok so 10 minutes wasn't quite long enough I don't think. And I put in less frosting and it wasn't enough. But it looks better...
 
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Were both sides of the lid on the rice cooker "locked" down tight? That may have contributed to some of the noise -- happed to me once that one side was not "locked" and I ended up with a huge chocolate cake mess in my microwave! Also I have found that generic cake mixes take longer to cook and are not as tall as the name brands for some reason:)
 
I use the the rice cooker with the top off, and cook for 11 min..next time I will try for 10.
 
On or Off?Is it a matter of preference whether to leave the rice cooker lid on or off? I made the Hazelnut cake the other night with the lid off. It tasted delicious, but part of it stuck in the cooker? Any tricks to get it all to come out nice and clean?
 
I have done the choc, with choc frosting in the fluted but never the ricecooker yet, I will be trying that tonight. My thoughts on the fluted, not so pretty but it was moist. However the choc. hazelnut was a rave in the cooker last week! Will see what the results are tonight?
 
stupid question:

If you only have the large micro cooker...would the cake recipe work if it were halfed or smaller cake size?
 
purrbal said:
stupid question:

If you only have the large micro cooker...would the cake recipe work if it were halfed or smaller cake size?
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Probably. Try it at home before you try it at a show. ;)
 
ok ... DON'T anyone else try that, melted my stinkin pan :eek: :o {sigh} oh well guess I will have to replace that that now. DO I FEEL STUPID NOW!!! :o
 
ok ... DON'T anyone else try that, melted my stinkin pan {sigh} oh well guess I will have to replace that that now. DO I FEEL STUPID NOW!!!
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Sounds like a product adjustment to me!
 
BTW, no need to feel stupid....even the best chef's have their blunders.
 
purrbal said:
ok ... DON'T anyone else try that, melted my stinkin pan :eek: :o {sigh} oh well guess I will have to replace that that now. DO I FEEL STUPID NOW!!! :o
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Ohhhh... now I feel bad because I was the one who told you to go for it. I never would have thought that it would melt!
 
I guess we all know now not to use the micro cooker for cakes.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you really bake a cake in a rice cooker?

Yes, you can bake a cake in a rice cooker! Rice cookers use steam and heat to cook food, which can create a moist and fluffy cake. Just make sure to adjust the ingredients and cooking time accordingly, as rice cookers may vary in temperature and cooking methods.

How does baking a cake in a rice cooker differ from using a microwave?

Baking a cake in a rice cooker typically results in a denser and moister texture due to the steam cooking method. In contrast, a microwave cooks food quickly using radiation, which can lead to a drier cake if not monitored closely. The rice cooker also allows for more even cooking, while microwaves may create hot spots.

What are the advantages of using a rice cooker for baking a cake?

Using a rice cooker for baking has several advantages, including even heat distribution, a moist cake texture, and the ability to set it and forget it without worrying about burning. Additionally, rice cookers often have a keep-warm function that can help maintain the cake's temperature until you're ready to serve it.

Are there any special tips for baking a cake in a rice cooker?

Yes, here are some tips: use a non-stick spray or line the cooker with parchment paper to prevent sticking, adjust the cooking time based on your rice cooker's settings, and check for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, your cake is ready!

Which method is faster: rice cooker or microwave?

The microwave is generally faster for baking a cake, as it can cook in just a few minutes. However, the rice cooker may take longer but can provide a better texture and flavor. If you're in a hurry, the microwave is the way to go, but for a more enjoyable cake, consider using the rice cooker.

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