Lemon Delight Easy Bake Oven Mix
Bring a burst of sunshine to your kitchen with this delightful Lemon Delight Easy Bake Oven Mix. Perfect for kids and their budding baking skills, this mix allows young chefs to easily create their own moist and zesty lemon cakes. Just add water, bake, and enjoy! This fun recipe can also be customized with different Kool-Aid flavors for a variety of tasty treats. Ideal for playdates or parties, this recipe promises sweet memories and delicious results!
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
1 cup (measured)
Flour
1 1/2 cups (measured)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon (measured)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
Kool-Aid Lemonade Mix
1 teaspoon (measured)
Shortening
1/3 cup (measured and softened)
Instructions
1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and Kool-Aid lemonade mix. Use a wire whisk to mix the ingredients thoroughly until well blended.
2
With a pastry blender, cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal, ensuring that it is evenly distributed.
3
Spoon approximately 1/3 cup of the prepared mixture into each of 10 small containers or Ziploc bags. Seal the bags tightly and label each with the date and its contents for easy identification.
4
Store the cake mix in a cool, dry place. For optimal freshness, use the mix within 12 weeks.
5
To prepare the cake, preheat your Easy Bake Oven for 15 minutes. Grease and flour a 4-inch miniature cake pan.
6
In a small bowl, combine one package of the Lemon Delight Cake Mix with 4 teaspoons of water. Stir the mixture well with a fork or spoon until it is smooth and free of lumps.
7
Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it out evenly.
8
Bake in the Easy Bake Oven for 12 to 13 minutes. After baking, carefully remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
9
Gently invert the cake onto a small plate to remove the pan. If desired, frost with the Children's White Frosting after the cake has cooled completely.
10
This recipe serves 2 children and is perfect for sharing or for individual enjoyment.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lemon Delight Easy Bake Oven Mix?
It is a homemade, DIY cake mix designed specifically for kids to use in an Easy Bake Oven, featuring a zesty lemon flavor using Kool-Aid.
How many individual cake portions does this recipe make?
The recipe makes approximately 10 small containers or Ziploc bags of cake mix, each intended for one baking session.
How much water is required for one package of the mix?
You should combine one package of the Lemon Delight Cake Mix with 4 teaspoons of water.
What is the recommended preheating time for the Easy Bake Oven?
The Easy Bake Oven should be preheated for 15 minutes before you start baking the cake.
How long should the lemon cake bake?
The cake should bake in the Easy Bake Oven for 12 to 13 minutes.
What size cake pan is needed for this recipe?
You should use a 4-inch miniature cake pan that has been greased and floured.
How long does the dry mix stay fresh?
For optimal freshness, the cake mix should be used within 12 weeks when stored in a cool, dry place.
What ingredients are used to create the dry mix?
The mix consists of 1 cup sugar, 1.5 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 0.5 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon Kool-Aid Lemonade Mix, and 1/3 cup shortening.
Can I use different flavors of Kool-Aid in this recipe?
Yes, you can customize the recipe by substituting the lemonade flavor with different Kool-Aid flavors for variety.
How should I store the prepared dry mix bags?
Spoon 1/3 cup of the mixture into small containers or Ziploc bags, seal them tightly, label them with the date, and store in a cool, dry place.
What tool is best for combining the shortening with the dry ingredients?
A pastry blender is recommended to cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
How many children does one mini cake serve?
One individual cake serves approximately 2 children.
What should the consistency of the dry mix look like after adding shortening?
The mixture should resemble coarse cornmeal, with the shortening evenly distributed throughout the dry ingredients.
Do I need to grease the miniature cake pan?
Yes, you should grease and flour the 4-inch miniature cake pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
How long should the cake cool before removing it from the pan?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes before inverting it onto a plate.
Is a whisk necessary for the initial mixing process?
Yes, use a wire whisk to combine the sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and Kool-Aid thoroughly until well blended.
What type of frosting is recommended for this cake?
The recipe suggests using Children's White Frosting once the cake has cooled completely.
What is the purpose of baking soda in this recipe?
Baking soda acts as the leavening agent that helps the miniature cake rise during the baking process.
How much dry mix goes into each storage bag?
You should put approximately 1/3 cup of the prepared mixture into each container or bag.
Is the shortening used in the mix softened or melted?
The shortening should be measured and softened, not melted, before cutting it into the dry ingredients.
Can I use this mix for playdates or parties?
Yes, it is ideal for playdates and parties as it allows children to engage in a fun baking activity with delicious results.
What should I use to stir the batter once water is added?
Stir the mixture well with a fork or spoon until it is smooth and free of lumps.
Does the recipe require salt?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt is included in the dry mix to balance the sweetness and enhance the flavor.
How much flour is needed for the bulk mix?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of flour for the base mix.
Can I label the bags for better organization?
Yes, it is recommended to label each bag with the date and its contents for easy identification during storage.
Is the cake batter supposed to be smooth?
Yes, the batter should be stirred until it is smooth and free of lumps before pouring it into the pan.
What is the primary flavor of this specific mix?
The primary flavor is lemon, derived from the Kool-Aid Lemonade Mix.
How much sugar is in the base mix?
The base mix contains 1 cup of sugar.
Why do you use a wire rack for cooling?
A wire rack allows air to circulate around the pan, helping the cake cool evenly for 5 minutes.
Is this a good recipe for teaching children to bake?
Yes, it is perfect for budding baking skills as it involves simple measuring, mixing, and baking steps.