Title: How to make a cake without cups? 10 creative alternatives revealed!
In the past 10 days, "Baking Creativity" and "Home DIY" have become hot topics on social platforms, especially discussions about how to replace professional baking tools with everyday items. This article will combine the hot spots on the Internet to compile 10 tips for you to easily make cakes without paper cups, and attach detailed data comparison.
1. Top 5 popular baking alternatives on the Internet
| Ranking | alternative | Search volume (10,000) | Platform popularity index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | glass cake | 28.5 | 95 |
| 2 | tin foil mold | 22.1 | 88 |
| 3 | citrus peel container | 18.7 | 82 |
| 4 | eggshell cake | 15.3 | 76 |
| 5 | silicone ice tray | 12.9 | 70 |
2. Detailed explanation of 10 paper cup alternatives
1. Glass/mug
Recently, the topic #cupcake on Douyin has been played 120 million times. Choose a heat-resistant glass cup, pour the batter 2/3 of the way, and bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes. The advantage is that it can be reused, but the disadvantage is that you need to use a spoon to remove the mold.
2. Homemade tin foil mold
Related tutorials have been forwarded over 50,000 times on Weibo. Fold the tin foil into a cylinder with a diameter of 7cm and a height of 4cm, which needs to be reinforced with double layers. Thermal conductivity is better than paper cups, but the shape may not be regular enough.
| Material | Thickness requirements | load bearing capacity | Best size |
|---|---|---|---|
| tin foil | Double layer 0.2mm | 200g batter | Diameter 6-8cm |
| baking paper | Just a single layer | 150g batter | Diameter 5-7cm |
3. Citrus Peel Containers
Xiaohongshu’s popular tutorial uses thick-skinned fruits such as oranges/grapefruits. Cut the fruit in half and scoop out the pulp, leaving a 1cm thick wall. Pour in the batter and bake at 160°C for 30 minutes. It has a fruity aroma but has a small capacity.
4. Silicone ice tray
Suitable for making mini cakes, pour 15ml batter into each grid. Please note: silicone products must have a temperature resistance of ≥200°C and the baking time should be shortened to 12-15 minutes.
5. Heat-resistant porcelain bowl/pudding cup
For new applications of traditional methods, it is recommended to choose containers with a diameter of ≤10cm. Butter needs to be applied in advance to prevent sticking, and the baking time will be extended by 5-8 minutes.
6. Baking paper folding mold
Cut the baking paper into a 15cm square and fold it diagonally into a cone shape. A stapler is required to fix the edges, which is suitable for making shaped cakes but has poor stability.
7. Eggshell container
Instagram influencer method, you need to keep 2/3 of the eggshell. After washing, pour the batter and place it upright in the baking pan with grains of salt to firm it up. Each one only holds 20ml of batter, suitable for creative desserts.
8. Potato/apple base
Hollow out large pieces of root vegetables to serve as containers, which will absorb some of the moisture when roasted. It is recommended to bake at 200℃ for 10 minutes to set the shape before pouring the batter.
9. Tin cans
Washed cans need to have sharp edges removed. It conducts heat very quickly, so you need to lower the temperature by 10°C and reduce the baking time by 5 minutes.
10. Folding carton
Use thick cardboard to fold into a square container, and the inner layer must be completely wrapped with tin foil to prevent leakage. Only suitable for short-term baking (≤15 minutes).
3. Performance comparison of alternatives
| Plan | preparation time | success rate | Difficulty of cleaning | creativity index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| glass cup | 1 minute | 92% | easy | ★★★ |
| tin foil mold | 3 minutes | 85% | medium | ★★★★ |
| citrus peel | 8 minutes | 78% | difficult | ★★★★★ |
| silicone ice tray | 30 seconds | 95% | easy | ★★ |
4. Expert advice
1. It is recommended to choose a glass cup or silicone mold for your first try.
2. When baking in non-professional containers, it is recommended to lower the temperature by 5-10°C.
3. The amount of batter poured into the container should not exceed 2/3 of the container’s volume.
4. Grease should be applied before use to prevent sticking.
Recent measurements by the "Baking Laboratory" of Station B's UP show that the glass solution has the highest success rate, while the citrus peel container takes the top spot in the taste innovation score. When choosing an alternative, it is recommended to consider it based on available materials and baking experience.
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