Delightful Orange Mini Cake Mix
Introducing the Delightful Orange Mini Cake Mix, a fun and easy way to create deliciously fluffy orange cakes right in your Easy Bake Oven. This mix is perfect for children and adults alike, offering a delightful citrus flavor that brightens up any snack time. Packaged conveniently into 10 individual servings, it makes for a quick and enjoyable baking experience. Simply combine the mix with water, bake, and enjoy. Let the fragrant aroma of orange fill your kitchen as you create sweet memories with family and friends!
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
1 cup
Flour
1.5 cups
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon
Salt
0.5 teaspoons
Orange Unsweetened Flavored Drink Mix
1 teaspoon ((such as Kool-aid))
Shortening
1/3 cup
Instructions
1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and orange drink mix until well combined.
2
Using a pastry blender, cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal, ensuring that all ingredients are evenly distributed.
3
Divide the mixture into 10 small containers or resealable bags, each containing about 1/3 cup. Seal the bags tightly and label them with the date and contents.
4
Store the cake mix in a cool, dry place for up to 12 weeks.
5
To prepare a cake, preheat your Easy Bake Oven for 15 minutes. Grease and flour a small 4-inch cake pan.
6
In a small bowl, combine one package of the prepared orange cake mix with 4 teaspoons of water. Stir well with a fork or spoon until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
7
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake in the Easy Bake Oven for 12-13 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes before inverting onto a small plate. Remove the pan and let the cake cool completely.
9
If desired, frost with children's white frosting to add an extra touch of sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Delightful Orange Mini Cake Mix?
It is a fun and easy citrus-flavored cake mix designed specifically for small batches, perfect for use in an Easy Bake Oven.
Is this recipe suitable for children?
Yes, it is specifically noted as being perfect for children and adults to enjoy a simple baking experience together.
How many servings does the recipe provide?
The recipe creates enough dry mix for 10 individual servings.
What are the main dry ingredients?
The dry ingredients include sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and orange flavored drink mix.
What kind of orange drink mix should I use?
You should use an unsweetened flavored drink mix, such as Kool-aid, in an orange flavor.
How much shortening is required for the mix?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of shortening.
How do I incorporate the shortening?
Use a pastry blender to cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
How should the cake mix be stored?
Store the mix in small containers or resealable bags in a cool, dry place.
How long does the homemade cake mix stay fresh?
The mix can be stored for up to 12 weeks.
How much mix goes into each individual bag?
Each container or bag should hold approximately 1/3 cup of the prepared dry mix.
Do I need to label the storage bags?
Yes, it is recommended to label the bags with the date and contents for easy tracking.
What appliance is used to bake these cakes?
These mini cakes are designed to be baked in an Easy Bake Oven.
How long should I preheat the Easy Bake Oven?
The Easy Bake Oven should be preheated for 15 minutes before baking.
What size pan is needed for the cake?
You should use a small 4-inch cake pan.
Should the baking pan be prepared before adding batter?
Yes, the pan should be greased and floured before pouring in the batter.
How much water is added to one package of mix?
Combine one package of mix with 4 teaspoons of water.
How do I mix the batter?
Stir the mix and water well with a fork or spoon until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
What is the baking time for the mini cakes?
Bake the cakes for 12 to 13 minutes.
How can I tell if the cake is finished baking?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the cooling process for the cake?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes before inverting onto a plate.
Can I frost these orange mini cakes?
Yes, frosting with children's white frosting is recommended for an extra touch of sweetness.
How much flour is used in the total mix?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of flour.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The mix uses 1 cup of sugar.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, 0.5 teaspoons of salt are included in the mix.
What provides the rising agent in this cake?
Baking soda is used as the leavening agent in this recipe.
What is the consistency of the batter?
The batter should be smooth and free of lumps after stirring with water.
Can I make multiple cakes at once?
Since the mix is divided into 10 portions, you can bake one at a time as needed.
What flavor profile does this cake have?
The cake has a delightful citrus orange flavor.
Is the orange drink mix sweetened?
No, the recipe specifies using unsweetened flavored drink mix.
What should I do after removing the cake from the pan?
After removing the pan, let the cake cool completely before serving or frosting.