Mini Chocolate Delight Cake Mix
Rediscover the joy of baking for your little ones with this improved Easy Bake Oven chocolate cake recipe. Designed for tiny bakers, this DIY cake mix is pre-portioned into convenient packages, making it easier for kids to whip up a delicious treat. With a more balanced sweetness and rich cocoa flavor, this cake promises to be a big hit. Store the mix for up to 12 weeks, ensuring you always have a ready-to-bake delight whenever your child is in the mood for some baking fun!
11
Servings
218
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sugar
1 cup (granulated)
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
3 tablespoons
All-purpose Flour
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Vegetable Shortening
1/3 cup (chilled)
Water
4 teaspoons
Instructions
1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sugar, cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt.
2
Use a wire whisk to blend the dry ingredients until thoroughly mixed.
3
Add the chilled vegetable shortening to the dry mixture.
4
With a pastry blender, cut in the shortening until the mixture achieves a cornmeal-like consistency.
5
Evenly distribute about 1/3 cup of the mixture into each of 11 small airtight containers or resealable ziplock bags.
6
Seal each container securely and label with the date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 12 weeks.
7
For baking, preheat your Easy Bake Oven or conventional oven to 375°F (190°C).
8
Mix one package of the cake mix with 4 teaspoons of water until smooth. Pour into a greased and floured 4-inch round mini baking pan.
9
For the Easy Bake Oven, follow the manufacturer's baking instructions. In a conventional oven, bake for 12 to 13 minutes.
10
Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Remove from the pan by inverting onto a small plate.
11
When fully cooled, frost the cake if desired, or serve as is.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
31g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mini Chocolate Delight Cake Mix?
It is an improved, DIY chocolate cake mix designed specifically for Easy Bake Ovens and tiny bakers, featuring a balanced sweetness and rich cocoa flavor.
How many individual servings does this recipe provide?
The recipe makes enough mix for 11 mini cake portions.
How long can I store the DIY cake mix?
The mix can be stored in a cool, dry place for up to 12 weeks when kept in airtight containers.
What is the serving size for one mini cake?
One serving is approximately 1/3 cup of the dry cake mix combined with water.
What temperature should I preheat my conventional oven to?
Preheat your conventional oven to 375°F (190°C) for baking these mini cakes.
How much water is needed for one package of mix?
You will need to mix 4 teaspoons of water with one package of the dry mix.
What ingredients are used in the base mix?
The mix contains granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and chilled vegetable shortening.
Should the vegetable shortening be room temperature or chilled?
The vegetable shortening should be chilled before being added to the dry ingredients.
How do I know when the shortening is correctly mixed in?
Use a pastry blender to cut in the shortening until the mixture reaches a cornmeal-like consistency.
What kind of flour is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What type of cocoa powder should I use?
Use 3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder for the best flavor.
What size baking pan is required?
Use a 4-inch round mini baking pan that has been greased and floured.
How long does the cake bake in a conventional oven?
In a conventional oven, the mini cakes bake for 12 to 13 minutes.
Can I use an Easy Bake Oven for this recipe?
Yes, this recipe is specifically designed for use in an Easy Bake Oven; simply follow the manufacturer's baking instructions.
How many calories are in one mini cake?
There are approximately 218 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains about 10g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each cake?
There are 31g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is there any protein in this chocolate cake?
Yes, each serving provides approximately 2g of protein.
What tools are needed to blend the dry ingredients?
A wire whisk is recommended for blending the sugar, cocoa, flour, baking soda, and salt.
How should I package the individual mix portions?
Distribute 1/3 cup of the mixture into small airtight containers or resealable ziplock bags.
How long should the cake cool before removing it from the pan?
Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes before inverting it.
Should the mix be labeled?
Yes, it is recommended to label each container with the date and contents for safe storage.
What should the batter consistency be before baking?
Mix the package with water until the batter is smooth before pouring it into the pan.
Is this recipe suitable for kids?
Absolutely, it is categorized as child-friendly and intended for kids' baking activities.
Can I frost these mini cakes?
Yes, once the cake is fully cooled, you can frost it if desired or serve it as is.
How much baking soda is required?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of baking soda for the entire 11-serving batch.
Is salt included in the mix?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of salt is included in the dry ingredients.
Is this a portable baking solution?
Yes, since the mix is pre-portioned into small bags or containers, it is highly portable and convenient.
How much sugar is in the total mix batch?
The recipe uses 1 cup of granulated sugar for the full 11 portions.
What is the best way to remove the cake from the mini pan?
After cooling for 5 minutes, invert the pan onto a small plate to remove the cake.