Mini Glazed Lemon Cakes - Question

[trisigma730]

Good morning. I attempted the Mini Glazed Lemon Cakes last night for the first time and they were ok. They tasted good, but a little dry. I suspected that maybe I hadn't added enough sour cream ... any suggestions on how the consistency of the batter should be? Also, the recipe called for microwaving 4-5 minutes, mine were more than done in 2. Any helpful hints are appreciated. I wanted to demo these for a show this weekend, but don't feel confident doing so at this rate!!! Thanks!!!

 

[BethCooks4U]

I haven't made them so I can't really answer but I was wondering if you had made 6 at once or if you had only put a couple in the microwave at a time or if you have a higher wattage microwave.

I have made other cakes in the prep bowls and 2 bowls are done in 1 minute.

 

[chefann]

The batter is pretty thick when done. Did you use the correct cake mix? It calls for a 9 oz., which is a Jiffy-type mix, not a standard cake mix.

 

[floccies]

I made them according to recipe, followed the printed times and they were moist at the end -- and very, very good. -- Even though I am not a "lemon" person, I LOVED these and want to have the ingredients always on hand.

 

[trisigma730]

I used a regular box of cake mix, and I microwaved 2 at a time (since I only have 2 prep bowls). I am guess the amount of cake mix was the problem. I must have used too much. They were still good, just a little dry and 'rubbery.' Think I may try them again tonight. Thanks!

 

[wadesgirl]

Yes, try them again with the 9 oz cake mix! You can order a full set of prep bowls on a supply order at a discount! They are great to have.

 

[BethCooks4U]

I used a regular box of cake mix, and I microwaved 2 at a time (since I only have 2 prep bowls). I am guess the amount of cake mix was the problem. I must have used too much. They were still good, just a little dry and 'rubbery.' Think I may try them again tonight. Thanks!

Since you are only doing two at a time I suggest just one minute to start. I doubt that it would take more than 1 1/2 minutes for two! That is surely your problem (well, combined with using too much cake mix).

 

[trisigma730]

I added more sour cream to the mix when it looked a little thick. I thought that might fix the problem. I just wasn't sure of the consistency. My father-in-law loved them nonetheless!! I suppose he isn't a very good guinea pig since he loves anything sweet. I am def. going to invest in the entire prep bowl set. I love them! I was planning on doing the lemon cakes for my first cooking show Saturday, but now I am a bit discouraged. Any other suggestions for a first cooking show? I have looked at all of the receipes in the SB and on CC, but none really appeal to my host. I want something that is simple, quick, and showcases a lot of tools. Easy enough, eh? lol

 

[wadesgirl]

I did Chocolate Chip Sensation, Club House Chicken Squares and Brownie Split Pizza for my first shows. Great, simple recipes that use some good products. I wouldn't do the lemon cakes at a show with only 2 prep bowls, I would wait until you get all 6. Do you have a director or another consultant you could borrow the bowls from?