Sunbeam MX7700 manual Helpful Hints for Better Cake Making

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Helpful Hints for Better Cake Making

•Always have ingredients at room temperature. Warm the bowl to be used in really cold weather.

•Add flavouring and essences to the shortening for a better flavour.

•When creaming butter and sugar beat until light and creamy.

•Add whole eggs one at a time and beat until egg is absorbed. Eggs should not be cold as they can curdle mixtures.

•In our recipes we will use self-raising flour wherever possible. If plain flour is called for, it must be used to keep the balance of ingredients correct.

•Divide the flour and the liquid into two portions and add alternately with the liquid on speed 1 - don’t over beat.

•If you don’t have a tin the same size as the recipe suggests, here are some tins that are of similar capacity:

Use 2 x 20cm sandwich tins or a 1 x 28 x 18cm lamington tin or a 1 x 20 x 7cm deep round cake tin or 1 x standard loaf tin or a 1 x 20cm ring tin.

•Care must be taken when using a cake tin instead of a sandwich tin to lower the suggested temperature by approximately 25°C and lengthen the cooking time.

•Care should also be taken when substituting a cake tin for a ring tin, baba tin or any tin with a funnel as some cake mixtures that have a very high fat content may need the heat supplied by way of the funnel.

•Cooking times and temperatures are meant only as a guide. Light mixtures should spring back when lightly touched and heavier cake mixes should be tested using a wooden skewer. Fruit cakes should be tested using a small sharp knife. This should be done towards the end of the suggested cooking time.

Reasons for Poor Results

Sponge Cakes Shrink

Unbalanced ingredients, overbeating of egg whites, sudden changes of temperature or draught when taking from the oven.

Cakes Do Not Rise

Mostly due to gross overbeating, but can also be caused by too hot an oven during the first part of cooking.

Cakes Sink in the Centre

Too much fat, raising agent, liquid or sugar; too little flour; under cooking or slow cooking.

Cakes Run Over at Edges

Too much batter for size of pan, too cool an oven, too much sugar, too much raising agent.

Hard Outer Crust

Too much flour, too little sugar, over mixing, too hot an oven.

Moist, Sticky Outside

Too much sugar, over beating, under baking.

Coarse Crumbly Texture

Overbeating, low baking temperature.

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Contents Mixmaster Series Contents Recipes in this booklet Sunbeam’s Safety PrecautionsTwin-motor 3-way beating action Attachment eject buttonOff-centre mixing head and beaters Litre stainless steel mixing bowlDough hooks Heavy-duty beatersSpeed control dial Tilt back and locking head buttonInserting attachements Using your Sunbeam Mixmaster SeriesBefore using your Mixmaster Series Selecting the mixing bowl speed Using your Mixmaster SeriesRole of the Twin-motor 3-way beating action Mixing Guide Electric Oven Temperature GuideThermostat Settings Storage Care and CleaningMaintenance Service Butter Lets Talk IngredientsYeast SubstitutesWet Ingredients Measuring IngredientsDry ingredients Raising AgentsCookery Tips for Best Results Preparing the dough Helpful Hints for a Successful DoughPreparing the yeast Glazes Finishing touches To add interest to breadsBefore Baking After BakingHelpful Hints for Better Cake Making Fruit Sinks Heavy, Close TextureSome Hints on Sponge Making These General Tips apply to either methodTips RecipesBasic White Loaf Variations to this recipe BreadsticksSultana Loaf Sesame RollsVariations to this recipe Plaited sweet loaf Size, approximately 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 200CGlaze Tablespoons sugar ¼ cup water Teaspoon gelatineFoundation Butter Cake Wholemeal Loaf125g butter or margarine, softened Eggs Cups self raising flour Cup milkVariation Variations to this recipe Upsidedown Peach cakeCoffee Crumble Chocolate CakeFluffy Butter Frosting Serving suggestionGlaze Icing Cream Cheese FrostingVariation to this recipe Apple Fruit Loaf GlazePreheat oven to 180c. Grease and line a 20cm baba pan Banana CakeAdd eggs, one at a time, beating well between each addition Glazed Orange Poppy Seed CakeIngredient suggestions Fritter BatterMayonnaise Choux Pastry PuffsSalmon Filling Fillings for the Choux Pastry Puffs Basic White SauceAsparagus Filling Mushroom and Bacon FillingSift flour and salt into the Mixmaster bowl CrepesWaffles Fold the egg white mixture into the batterTopping Hazelnut & Cashew TorteTwo Tier Pavlova with Mixed Berries Serves 300g fresh or frozen mixed berriesServes 160g dark chocolate, chopped Chocolate Espresso Mousse CappuccinoPassionfruit Cheesecake Grease and line base of a 20cm springformServing suggestions Fluffy PikeletsCornflake Cookies Preheat oven to 180C. Grease, line baking traysMix through flour and chocolate chips Chocolate Chip CookiesQuick Cup Cakes Allow to cool and decorate as desiredMeringues When cold, join in pairs with icing optionalEgg whites 90g caster sugar 90g icing sugar MarshmallowsNougat Rocky RoadCups sugar Cup liquid glucose ¼ cup honey Pinch of salt Grease and line a 28 x 18cm lamington tinDough Hot Cross BunsCrosses ½ cup plain flour ¼ cup waterFestive Shortbread Christmas CakePage Australia 1800 025 New Zealand 09 912 New Zealand Australia

MX7700 specifications

The Sunbeam MX7700 is a versatile and powerful kitchen appliance, designed to cater to the needs of both amateur cooks and seasoned chefs. This stand mixer combines advanced technology with user-friendly features, making it an essential addition to any home kitchen.

One of the standout characteristics of the Sunbeam MX7700 is its robust 350-watt motor. This powerful engine ensures that the mixer can handle a wide range of tasks with ease, from mixing light batters to kneading dense doughs. The machine comes with a six-speed control system that allows users to select the perfect speed for any recipe. Whether you're gently folding in ingredients or whipping egg whites to stiff peaks, the precise speed adjustments help achieve optimal results.

The mixer features a large, stainless steel mixing bowl with a capacity of 4.5 quarts. This generous size makes it ideal for preparing large batches of dough, batter, or other mixtures. The bowl is also designed for easy pouring and cleaning, further enhancing the mixer’s convenience. Additionally, the bowl locks securely in place to prevent any movement during operation.

Another notable feature of the Sunbeam MX7700 is its planetary mixing action. This technology allows the mixing attachment to rotate while the bowl remains stationary, ensuring that all ingredients are mixed evenly and thoroughly. This design minimizes the need to scrape down the sides of the bowl, saving time and effort while delivering consistent results.

The MX7700 is equipped with a variety of attachments to enhance its functionality. Users receive a flat beater, dough hook, and wire whisk, enabling them to tackle various culinary tasks, from mixing cake batter to kneading bread. The attachments are easy to switch out, allowing users to customize their mixer for each job efficiently.

For those looking to add some style to their kitchen, the Sunbeam MX7700 comes in a range of attractive colors, allowing it to blend seamlessly with existing décor. Additionally, the mixer's compact design makes it easy to store when not in use, without sacrificing performance.

In conclusion, the Sunbeam MX7700 stand mixer is a standout kitchen appliance that offers power, versatility, and ease of use. Its advanced features, including a strong motor, large mixing bowl, and multiple speed settings, make it suitable for a variety of tasks, ensuring that it meets the diverse needs of home bakers and cooks alike. Whether you’re whipping up a quick batter or developing a complex recipe, the MX7700 delivers reliable performance and impressive results every time.
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