How to bake cake without an oven 

Baking a cake without an oven is a very simple technique you need to know. Which means you don’t need an oven before you can make cake for yourself or family. The result of not using an oven often tastes like the traditional way. 

To get started, you need the right tools; measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowls, cake pan, spatula and mixer.

Pressure Cooker Method

This is literally the most common way of making cake without an oven. 

1. Place a stand at the bottom of your cooker.

2. Add 1 to 2 cups of water to create enough steam.

3. Preheat this on medium heat for about 5 minutes.

4. Grease your pan and place paper in it.

5. Your prepared cake batter should be poured into the pan.

6. Tap the pan to remove any large air bubbles.

7. Place your cake pan into the preheated cooker.

8. Cover with a pressure cooker lid. 

9. Cook on low heat for 30 to 35 minutes. Don’t open the lid for the first 25 minutes.

10. Insert a toothpick into the centre of the cake to know if it’s ready.

11. If it is ready the toothpick will come out clean but if not, there will be dry crumbs on the toothpick.

12. Turn off the heat and allow the cake to stay in the cooker for 5 minutes. 

13. Let the cake cool down before decorating.

Microwave cake

If you want fast results, try using a microwave. It is another common way to bake cake without an oven. Well, the texture of the cakes differs from the regular ones but still delicious. 

1. Prepare a standard cake recipe.

2. Mix it thoroughly; but gently as well.

3. Grease your microwave-safe dish

4. Place your cake in the microwave and cook on medium power. 

5. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes.

6. Insert a toothpick to know if the cake is ready.

7. Remove from the microwave and allow the cake to cool down.

Air Fryer Method 

Air fryer has changed the way we cook, including cake baking. 

1. Prepare your cake batter. 

2. You need to preheat your air fryer for 3 minutes. 

3. Grease your cake pan and pour in the batter.

4. Place the filled pan in the preheated air fryer.

5. Bake for 15 to 25 minutes —- depending on the type of air fryer and the size of your cake. 

6. Insert a toothpick to be sure the cake is done. 

7. Allow the cake to cool on a wire rack. 

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