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Can you bake cakes in a microwave? Tips for delicious, non-burnt cakes

Microwaves are a beloved kitchen appliance among homemakers. But can we use this device for baking as well? Let's explore with Bach Hoa XANH!

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15 November, 2023

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Some people think that in order to bake delicious cakes at home, you need to buy an oven. However, in reality, you can use your existing microwave to make tasty cakes without taking up much time.

1 Can you bake cakes in a microwave?

You can use a microwave to bake cakes if it has a baking feature. So, to make sure, check if your microwave at home has a “Grill” button (baking feature)!

With this feature, your microwave will function like a regular oven and give you delicious cakes. If your microwave has a dual grill function on top and bottom, the food will be cooked more evenly during the baking process.

Can you bake cakes in a microwave?

2 Why should you use the baking mode of a microwave?

Save cooking time

In addition to ensuring that the cakes are evenly baked and retain their delicious flavors, baking with a microwave also helps you save a lot of time.

Simple cakes can be prepared easily and quickly without taking much time, effort, or the need for many cooking utensils. However, be careful and monitor the cooking process when using the baking mode of a microwave to ensure that the cakes are evenly cooked, not burnt or dry.

Save cooking time

Maximize kitchen space

Furthermore, most microwaves have a minimalist and compact design, which helps maximize your kitchen space without taking up too much area. Besides, this device is easy to install and can be easily moved when needed.

Maximize kitchen space

No worries about having too many cakes after baking

To meet the needs of users, manufacturers have introduced a variety of microwave products with different sizes and capacities. So you can choose the right device for your family’s needs.

Typically, the capacity of a microwave oven can bake enough cakes for 4-5 people, so you don’t have to worry about having too many cakes because you accidentally bake too many of them.

No worries about having too many cakes after baking

Excellent cake quality

Typically, microwaves have a power of up to 15000W, and when combined with the integrated Grill mode, they can successfully prepare various cakes and countless other dishes without the need for a separate dedicated oven.

In addition, prepare dedicated microwave-safe containers for baking cakes to ensure even baking and prevent the cakes from sticking to the turntable.

Excellent cake quality

Affordable prices for all users

As mentioned above, microwaves come in various sizes and capacities. Therefore, the price of the device ranges from 1,390,000 – 26,240,000 VND (updated in 09/2023) to suit different user segments.

The higher the price, the more modern features are integrated. For example:

Microwaves under 2 million VND have a compact design, a porcelain-coated cavity to minimize oil residue inside the device, and a knob control in Vietnamese.
Microwaves from 2 – 10 million VND have an ECO lighting system with a simple, modern, and elegant shape, as well as heating, reheating, and defrosting modes.
Microwaves from 10 – 20 million VND usually have the option for built-in installation, saving space, a safe cavity with stainless steel material, and equipped with 8 automatic cooking programs.
Microwaves over 20 million VND come with a suitable size for 2 – 3 users, a roasting stick, a scheduled cooking mode with touch control and a beep sound when cooking is completed.

Affordable prices for all users

2 Things to note when using a microwave to bake cakes

First, when baking cakes, use a glass mold instead of a metal one to avoid microwave reflection, which can damage the device and increase the risk of explosion.

Also, only use a cake mold with a reasonable size, with a maximum diameter of 10cm for optimal microwave operation. After 10 seconds, check the cake if you choose to bake it for 60 – 90 seconds to avoid dry and hard cakes.

If the surface of the cake is still wet, put it back in the microwave for a few more seconds.

Things to note when using a microwave to bake cakes

A microwave is a very convenient device that not only helps you cook, heat, and defrost food but also allows you to quickly prepare delicious cakes. Follow Bách Hoá XANH to discover more useful information and interesting products!