Crockpot Baking

Live in a dorm and don't have an oven? Want to bake a cake, but can't wait around for it to be done? Tired of baking cakes or breads the regular way? If you answered yes to any of these questions, baking in a crockpot is for you.

Crockpot baking is so simple when you follow these hints.

1. If you don't have the manufacturer's baking insert with a lid, you can use an 1, 2, or 3 pound metal coffee or nut can. Use a double thickness of paper towels as a can cover.
2. Most recipes require that the can or insert be greased with solid vegetable shortening.
3. Only fill the can or insert half full of batter. This will allow for rising.
4. Heat needs to be well circulated. This is done by allowing a little space all the way around the can. If a metal rack is not available to put under the can in the crockpot, foil may be crushed to 1-inch thickness to allow for heat movement.
5. High is the best setting for crockpot baking.
6. Lifting the lid during baking is only allowed near end of baking time to check for doneness. Any earlier peeking will let necessary heat escape.
7. Use pot holders or folded paper towels to remove can or insert from crockpot.
8. To more easily remove cake or bread from a can, open bottom with a can opener and push food out.

   CROCKPOT BAKING RECIPES