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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING: When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using appliance.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs
3. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse or partially immerse
the cord, plug or cooking unit in water or any other liquid.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
5 Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6. Unplug from wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool
before cleaning or storing this appliance.
7. Never yank the cord to disconnect the cooking unit from the outlet.
Instead, grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
8. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance
malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest
authorized service facility for examination, repair or adjustment.
9. The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer
may cause fire, electrical shock or injury.
10. Do not use outdoors. This is for household only.
11. Do not use for commercial purposes
12. Do not let the electrical cord hang over the edge of the table or countertop,
or touch hot surfaces.
13. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or heated oven.
14. Use on a heat-resistant, flat level surface only.
15. Use extreme caution when moving any appliance containing hot food, water,
oil or other liquids.
16. The cord to this appliance should be plugged into a 120V AC electrical outlet only.
17. A short power-supply cord is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
18. Longer extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised
in their use.
19. If an extension cord is used:
a. The marked electrical rating of the detachable power-supply cord or extension cord
should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance,
b. If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension cord should be a grounding
type 3-wire cord; and
c. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or
table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
20. To disconnect, remove plug from outlet.
21. Always unplug after use. The appliance will remain ON unless unplugged.
22. CAUTION HOT SURFACES: This appliance generates heat during use.
Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fire or other damage
to persons or property.
23. When using this appliance, provide adequate ventilation above and on all sides
for air circulation. Do not allow this appliance to touch curtains, wall coverings,
clothing, dish towels or other flammable materials during use.
24. Use with wall receptacle only.
25. Do not use this appliance for purposes other than the one for which it
was designed.
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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ADDITIONAL
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION: This appliance is hot during operation and retains heat for some time
after turning OFF. Always wear oven mitts when handling hot materials and allow
metal parts to cool before cleaning. Do not place anything on top of the appliance
while it is operating or while it is hot.
1. All users of this appliance must read and understand this Instruction Manual
before operating or cleaning this appliance.
2. Do not leave this appliance unattended during use.
NOTES ON THE PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk
of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does
not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way.
NOTES ON THE CORD
The provided short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply cord) should be
used to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a
longer cord. Do not use an extension cord with this product.
PLASTICIZER WARNING
CAUTION: To prevent Plasticizers from migrating to the finish of the counter top or
table top or other furniture, place NON-PLASTIC coasters or place mats between the
appliance and the finish of the counter top or table top. Failure to do so may cause the
finish to darken; permanent blemishes may occur or stains can appear.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electrical circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your appliance may not
operate properly. It should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from
other appliances.
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ENJOY YOUR MINI CUPCAKE MAKER MAKER KIT
Miniature cupcakes are a big hit at parties or make wonderful, individualized gifts! Kids (and
adults) love to eat these perfectly portioned sweet bites. Perfect for anyone with dietary
restrictions, the Cupcake Maker lets you control the ingredients that go
into each snack.
Let your family and friends share in the fun of decorating their very own delicious mini
cupcakes. Fill the batter squeeze bottle with your favorite glaze to draw faces, write initials and
names. Use the pastry bag and decorative tip to pipe fresh meringue or whipped cream. Add
decorative stripes and dots with colored frostings and top with your favorite chopped candies.
Please consult the Recipe section of this Instruction Manual for more ideas.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MINI CUPCAKE MAKER
Product may vary slightly from illustrations.
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1. Handle Latch
2. Lid
3. Non-Stick Upper and Lower Cooking Plates
4. Polarized Plug
5. Non-Skid Feet (Not Shown)
6. Red POWER ON Light (Not Shown)
7. Green READY light (Not Shown)
8. Tin Storage Box
9. Batter Squeeze Bottle
10. Pastry Bag with Coupler
11. 1 Pastry Tips
12. Baking Fork
13. Measuring Spoon
14. Cooling rack
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DECORATING ACCESSORIES
Tin Storage Box
• This beautifully decorated tin has a specially fitted insert to store the unit and accessories.
• Keep decorating accessories clean and organized for future use.
Batter Squeeze Bottle
• This squeezable bottle is light, and easily controlled with one hand.
• Fill squeeze bottle with any thin (runny) batter to fill molds.
• Fill squeeze bottle with your favorite glaze. See glaze recipes in the Recipe section of this
Instruction Manual.
Filling the Batter Squeeze Bottle
NOTE: Do not use the batter squeeze bottle for very thick batters. Instead, use the measuring
spoon to scoop batter into molds.
1. Remove the lid from the batter squeeze bottle.
2. Use a funnel or roll a piece of wax (or parchment) paper into a cone. Insert the funnel or
cone into the batter squeeze bottle. Slowly pour the filling (batter or glaze) through the
funnel or cone into the bottle.
or . . .
pour the batter into a plastic storage bag, trim a corner and slowly squeeze the filling into
the bottle.
3. Allow air bubbles to escape from the mixture by tapping the upright batter squeeze bottle
against any hard surface.
WARNING: Do not fill the batter squeeze bottle more than 3/4 full with rising batter, as
batter may expand as it sits. Remove the funnel or cone.
4. Replace the batter squeeze bottle top, twisting it firmly to seal.
5. Wipe any excess filling with a paper towel.
Pastry Bag with Decorative Pastry Tips
• Use to pipe frosting, icing, meringue, or whipped cream filling.
• NOTE: A full pastry bag requires 2 hands — one to guide the pastry tip and the other
to squeeze the pastry bag.
• IMPORTANT: The filling must be the correct consistency — too thin will run out of the tip
and bag, too thick will be difficult, if not impossible, to squeeze through the tip.
• Practice piping using any decorative pastry tip. To make a solid, straight line, move your
hand at a consistent pace, and keep even pressure on the bag.
• Use decorative pastry tips to create fun borders, messages, rosettes, designs, patterns.
Filling the Pastry Bag
1. Use gel to color the filling. Mix well in a small bowl until color is even.
2. Separate the coupler base from the ring and insert the coupler base, narrow end first, into
the pastry bag.
3. Cut a very small corner of the bag and slide the coupler into position.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT cut too much pastry bag. The coupler should fit snuggly in the
pastry bag.
4. Fit the decorative tip onto the outside of the coupler and fasten securely with
the coupler ring.
5. Hold the pastry bag with tip attached in your left hand. Hold the lower 1/3 of the bag in
your hand and roll 2/3 of the pastry bag inside out — forming a cuff around your hand.
Cup the pointed 1/3 of the bag in the palm of your hand.
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6. Use a spatula to scoop frosting, icing, meringue or whipped cream from the bowl into the
opened pastry bag.
7. For best results, never fill the pastry bag more than 2/3 full.
8. Close the bag by unfolding the cuff and twisting the bag closed. This forces the icing,
meringue, or whipped cream filling down into the pastry bag.
9. Squeeze the first bit of filling out of the tip into the bowl to release any bubbles. Hold
the bag between your thumb and forefinger, and press with your palm as you pipe the
icing, meringue, or whipped cream.
10. Refill the pastry bag as needed.
Baking Fork
• Wearing oven mitts, remove baked treats from the cooking plate using the baking fork.
• Use care to avoid scratching the non-stick surface.
Measuring Spoon
• Use the measuring spoon (1 teaspoon) to fill the molds on the lower cooking plate 2/3 to
almost full – use 2 rounded teaspoon of batter.
Cooling Rack
• Remove baked treats to the wire cooling rack to cool before decorating.
BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME
1. Carefully unpack the Mini Cupcake Maker Kit and remove all packaging and materials.
2. Before using your Mini Cupcake Maker for the first time, wipe the cooking plates
with a damp cloth to remove all dust, and then dry. Wipe outer surfaces with a slightly
damp, soft cloth or sponge.
CAUTION: Take care to prevent water from running into the appliance. NEVER
IMMERSE MINI CUPCAKE MAKER BODY IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUIDS!
3. Set the appliance on a dry, clean and flat surface. Keep the Mini Cupcake Maker
closed until use.
4. Wash and rinse all decorating accessories: batter squeeze bottle, baking fork, pastry bag
with coupler, pastry tip, cooling rack, and measuring spoon. Dry before use.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Use the lid handle to lift the top lid to the open position.
2. Before baking the first mini cupcakes of the day, pour a teaspoon of vegetable oil
to both the top and bottom mini cupcake plates. Spread with an absorbent kitchen towel
and wipe off any excess oil.
3. Plug unit into a 120 V AC electrical outlet to preheat. The red POWER ON light will
illuminate. Close the lid.
NOTE: When your Mini Cupcake Maker is heated for the first time, it may emit slight
smoke or odor. This is normal and should disappear after 1 or 2 uses. This does not
affect the safety of the appliance. However, as it may affect the flavor of the first mini
cupcakes prepared in the Mini Cupcake Maker, it is recommended that these
be discarded.
4. While preheating, prepare mini cupcake batter.
5. After approximately 2 to 3 minutes, the green READY light will turn on, indicating the unit
is preheated and is ready for use.
6. If mini cupcake liners are not used, for best results, use a non-stick cooking spray to
lightly coat the non-stick plates before cooking. This will assist in the removal of the mini
cupcakes after cooking.
NOTE: Using no liners will produce a crispier, browner cupcake outside.
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7. Mini cupcake liners may be used to ease cleanup and present a more professional-
looking cupcake. Muffin liners come in all colors and patterns can be used to dress up
your cupcakes and match your party theme. When using cupcake liners, place 7 liners
on a plate. Spray all of the liners before filling.
8. Recipes may vary in cook time and brownness; batters with more sugar will brown
quicker. Note the perfect bake times for each batter
recipe for future use.
9. When the Mini Cupcake Maker is preheated, following
the recipe, Fill each of the cupcake molds on the
lower cooking plate 2⁄3 to almost full – use between
1 rounded teaspoon to a scant tablespoon of batter.
Runnier batters will require more batter. When using
liners, place the pre-filled, oiled cupcake liners into the
heated lower cooking plate.
NOTE: Do not overfill, batter will expand when cooked.
10. Use the handle to lower the top lid.
11. Close the Mini Cupcake Maker and allow to cook for
approximately 10-15 minutes or until done.
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NOTE: Check for doneness by inserting a dry toothpick into the center of the cupcake.
If it comes out dry, the cupcake is ready.
12. If necessary, cover and continue cooking for 30 seconds at a time until cupcakes
are browned and cooked to your liking.
13. The green READY light will cycle on and off as the unit maintains baking temperatures.
14. Wearing oven mitts, wipe the outside with a clean paper towel or cleaning cloth
if necessary.
15. At the end of the cook time, use the handle to lift the top lid.
16. Wearing oven mitts, use the baking fork to remove cupcakes from the cooking plate to
the cooling rack. Use care to avoid scratching the non-stick surface.
NOTE: If additional Mini Cupcakes are to be baked, keep the Mini Cupcake Maker closed
to retain heat. Always wait until the green READY light turns on before baking
more Mini Cupcakes.
NOTE: Mini Cupcakes made later may bake faster because extra heat has been retained.
It may be necessary to adjust to a shorter cooking time to accommodate.
17. When baking is complete, unplug the power cord from electric outlet. Lift the top lid
to expose the cooking plate and allow unit to cool.
18. Do not clean until unit has been fully cooled.
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MINI CUPCAKE BAKING TIPS
• Recipes may be halved or doubled.
• Sift all dry ingredients together. It is not necessary to beat egg yolks and milk separately.
Just add them to the combined flour mixture and use a whisk or mixer to blend
the ingredients well.
• Do not open the Mini Cupcake Maker during baking or the timing may vary.
• Completely bake the mini cupcake before removing.
• When preparing mini cupcake batter, do not over-mix or mini cupcakes will be tough.
Stir batter only until large lumps of dry ingredients disappear.
• The optimal amount of batter to produce a full-shaped mini cupcake, without overflowing,
will vary with different mini cupcake batters.
• Add fun glazes and topping to cooled mini cupcakes. See Mini Cupcake Glazes and
Toppings section in the Recipe section of this Instruction Manual.
• Baked mini cupcakes freeze well. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in a plastic
freezer bag or in a covered container.
• Thaw frozen mini cupcakes in a toaster oven until hot and crisp or place in a microwave
oven for 20 seconds. Do not overcook. Add glazes and toppings to the thawed,
cool cupcakes.
For lower sugar mini cupcakes:
• Use sugar substitutes.
• Use sugar-free maple syrup.
• Use sugar-free or no sugar added jello, puddings, jellies, jams, etc. for flavorings
and toppings.
For lower fat, lower cholesterol mini cupcakes:
• Use skim milk.
• Adapt recipes by eliminating the egg yolk. Always use liquid vegetable oils such as
canola, corn or sunflower, instead of butter.
For lower fat, lower cholesterol mini cupcakes:
• Substitute 1⁄2 cup or more of white flour with whole-wheat flour.
• Substitute 1⁄4 cup of white flour with wheat or oat bran.
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance requires little maintenance. It contains no user serviceable parts.
Do not try to repair it yourself. Contact a qualified appliance repair technician
if the product requires servicing.
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CARE & CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Unplug from electrical outlet and allow to cool thoroughly before cleaning.
1. The Mini Cupcake Maker does not disassemble for cleaning.
2. Never immerse appliance in water or other liquids. Never place the Mini Cupcake Maker
in dishwasher.
3. When mini cupcake liners are not used, the mini cupcake cooking plates
should be cleaned and conditioned before each heating.
4. Brush cooking plates with a clean, soft pastry brush or cloth. To condition plates,
lightly coat the cooking surfaces with solid vegetable shortening or vegetable oil.
Carefully follow suggested cleaning procedures below. After a time, if mini cupcakes
show signs of sticking, recondition as needed.
5. To protect the premium quality non-stick surfaces, use only plastic,
nylon or wooden utensils.
6. To remove any batter baked onto the cooking plates, pour a small amount of cooking
oil onto the hardened batter. Allow to set for 5 minutes, then wipe softened batter off
with a paper towel or soft cloth. Remove stubborn stains with a plastic mesh puff or pad.
A clean round kitchen brush or a toothbrush works well to remove baked-on batter from
the molds. For best results, use only products with directions stating they are safe for
cleaning non-stick cooking surfaces. Do not use steel wool or coarse scouring pads.
7. The exterior finish should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft, damp cloth.
Dry thoroughly.
8. Decorating accessories are not dishwasher safe and
should be cleaned thoroughly after every use.
9. Holding the batter squeeze bottle, grip the collar of the
bottle top and turn counter-clockwise to remove. Add
a squirt of dish soap to a half-bottle of hot tap water.
Replace the batter squeeze bottle top; twisting it firmly
to seal. Block the bottle top opening with your finger
and shake the bottle of soapy water to dislodge residue
in the hot water. Remove your finger from the lid, point
and squirt the dirty water into the sink.
10. If residue remains, use a bottle brush to clean the
inside of the batter squeeze bottle. Rinse with hot
water. Repeat procedure until the bottle is clean. Rinse
the bottle thoroughly to remove any soap and rest it
upside-down to dry.
11. Rinse the baking fork, measuring spoon, pastry bag with coupler, pastry tip, and cooling
rack in hot water. Use dishwashing soap and a cleaning brush to remove residue. Rinse
well and dry before storing.
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STORING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure unit is unplugged and fully cooled.
2. Close the lid.
WARNING: Never store Mini Cupcake Maker while it is hot or still plugged in.
3. Use the cord wrap on the bottom of the Mini Cupcake Maker to store the cord.
(See Figure 3.)
4. Do not put any stress on cord where it enters unit, as this could cause
cord to fray and break.
5. Store Mini Cupcake Maker in its box or stand unit on its end for easy
and compact storage.
6. Use the Cupcake Maker Kit tin storage box to store clean unit and decorating
accessories for future use.
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APPETIZER CRISPS
Cut pre-made wonton skins into slightly smaller than 3-inch squares.
Press center into each well-oiled cupcake mold as shown.