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    Home » Cakes

    Making Cakes with Fillables Cake Pans

    By Nancy Mock December 21, 2016 Updated March 19, 2021 16 Comments

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    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    Learn more about cake pans from Fillables. The pans let bakers create pockets of hidden fillings throughout the cake.

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

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    I had the chance to test out a Baker's Advantage Fillables 2-Piece Non-Stick Round Cake Pan 10-Inch Set of 1 Gray" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" label=" (opens in a new tab)">two-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    My kit came with two, nonstick cake pans: a standard round pan for the top layer and a bottom-layer pan with twelve bumps evenly spaced in a ring.

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    The manual that comes with the pans has a few basic cake and frosting recipes, and suggestions for fillings that include candies, fruit, marshmallows... even cereal!

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    The first cake I decided to try with these pans was my husband's favorite: Boston Cream Pie (which is really a cake.) I used recipes from the King Arthur Flour Baker's Companion for a light Butter Cake and Pastry Cream filling.

    Though the manual does not call for it, I used a light coating of cooking spray on the inside of both pans to ensure easy release of the baked cake - especially the bottom layer. Both layers baked up beautifully and came out without a problem, and I was really relieved that the bottom layer had all the pockets intact.

    Once completely cooled I filled all the pockets with the pastry cream.

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    I also spread pastry cream in a layer over the filled pockets to make the traditional middle of a Boston Cream Pie that peeks out beneath the top layer of cake.

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    A smooth, chocolate ganache poured over the top completed this simple but oh so delicious cake! (I mean pie... but it's cake.)

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    Each slice of the Boston Cream Pie had its own center of sweet cream, which in my opinion you can't have too much of. It was a pleasant twist on a classic cake.

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    My second cake with the Baker's Advantage Fillables 2-Piece Non-Stick Round Cake Pan 10-Inch Set of 1 Gray" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" label=" (opens in a new tab)">Fillables pans was for work. I used another King Arthur Flour recipe, this time a rich and dark Devil's Food cake. This recipe called for greasing and then dusting the pan with cocoa powder, and as before both layers baked up perfectly. More importantly there were no issues with getting the cakes out to cool.

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    For this chocolate cake I made a simple, stove-top raspberry sauce by simmering raspberries with sugar until it was thick. Once this sauce cooled I spooned it into the pockets. I then spread a thick layer of buttercream frosting over the pockets, topping it with the second cake layer. Dusted with confectioner's sugar and finished with a swirl of caramel sauce, it was a eye-catching and decadent dessert. And it was quickly devoured!

    These two recipes in my opinion really put the pans to the test: with no coating of frosting on the sides to hide tears or divots, it was crucial that the cakes be able to cleanly release from the pans. And they did!

    I had the chance to test out a 2-layer round cake pan from Fillables, which enables bakers to create cakes with surprise pockets of fillings hidden in the cake!

    With the raspberry sauce filling I was a little concerned that it might soak through the bottom of the pockets, but thankfully it stayed put. This is dependent on the type of cake and wet filling you might choose of course, but having the pockets smooth and perfectly formed helps keep the fillings where you want them.

    Since the pockets are filled after baking, you can really get creative with cake/frosting/filling combinations.

    A King Cake for Mardi Gras, with flavors of nutmeg and a cinnamon-pecan streusel. And of course a baby hidden inside one of the Fillables Cake Pan pockets!

    I even used it to create a King Cake for Mardi Gras. Those pockets made a perfect hiding spot for the baby!

    These pans would be fun for new or seasoned bakers, and also to use while baking with kids! Baker's Advantage Fillables 2-Piece Non-Stick Round Cake Pan 10-Inch Set of 1 Gray" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" label=" (opens in a new tab)">RBaker's Advantage Fillables 2-Piece Non-Stick Round Cake Pan 10-Inch Set of 1 Gray" target="_blank">ead more about the Fillable Cake Pans, see the styles available and order your own.

    Disclaimer: I was provided with a free product in return for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed here are my own and were not influenced by the companies.

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    1. Nancy Mock

      June 22, 2019 at 6:08 pm

      Hi Lauri, If you’re using using both pans you’ll need two boxes of cake mix. You’re right that the layers are thick, but you can add a generous layer of frosting between the two to help balance out the cake-to-filling ratio. Or you could just bake a single layer if you’d rather - that would be delicious too!

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      • Pam

        August 10, 2020 at 10:24 am

        I can't find any info on whether to let the cakes cool before removing from the pans. Can you help?

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        • Nancy Mock

          August 10, 2020 at 4:08 pm

          Hi Pam, Let the cakes cool in the pan for 20-30 minutes - having them still be a little warm will help them release cleanly from the pans. Run a plastic knife or thin spatula around the edges before turning out the cake. I also lightly greased the pans before adding the batter for extra insurance against sticking. I hope these tips reached you in time and are helpful!

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    2. Lauri

      June 21, 2019 at 9:26 pm

      I like the idea .. but i think the fop pan is useless ...if you stack it. To much cake and not enought filling.
      If you need another round cake pan ..the top will be fine.
      Will both pans use a single cake mix combimed??

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    3. Roslynne DelaCourt

      January 25, 2019 at 1:16 pm

      Hi, I received my Fillables pan today. Could you tell me if its possible to use ordinary sponge cake mix in these tins and if so what would the cooking time be 3
      Thanks Ros. X

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      • Nancy Mock

        January 25, 2019 at 8:36 pm

        Hi Ros! The pans are nonstick so they should work just fine with any cake recipe. As for the baking time, I would follow the recommended baking time you normally use for cake pans the same size as your Fillables pan. (I have the 10" round Fillables pan, so that would mean baking my cakes for what the recipe recommends for 10" round cake pans.) One tip: with baking in general, always set the timer for 5-10 minutes less than what's listed - this will give you the chance to test both cake pans for doneness and avoid over-baking. A toothpick inserted in the cakes should come out clean.
        Have fun with your Fillables pans! What flavor cake & filling are you trying first?

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    4. Jennifer Gilbert

      January 16, 2017 at 9:26 am

      Both cakes look and sound delicious! I love Boston Cream pie! I'll have to try this recipe!

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      • Nancy Mock

        February 23, 2017 at 6:18 pm

        Thanks Jennifer! I hope you will, and let me know how it comes out.

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    5. Joanne

      January 04, 2017 at 9:20 pm

      would love more ideas on how to use these pans.

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      • Nancy Mock

        January 07, 2017 at 10:46 am

        Hi Joanne! I know, aren't these pans cool? To start, check out the company's Pinterest page: http://pin.it/Ihbav-U. There are some neat ideas there. And stay tuned to my blog because I have more ideas in the works!

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    6. Katherine Riley

      December 22, 2016 at 8:35 pm

      What a neat idea for a Boston Cream Pie Nan! Interesting pan.
      Love,
      Mom

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      • Nancy Mock

        December 25, 2016 at 10:58 am

        Thanks Mom! ❤️

        Reply
    7. Abby

      December 22, 2016 at 7:59 pm

      OHHH.... wow
      this I have to have !! so much fun and those cakes look so yummy

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      • Nancy Mock

        December 25, 2016 at 10:58 am

        Thanks Abby! The pan is very neat.

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    8. Ellen

      December 21, 2016 at 7:54 pm

      This cake looks amazing! I bet it was delicious. What a really cool pan!

      Reply
      • Nancy Mock

        December 22, 2016 at 5:31 pm

        It's very cool, I have more ideas for it too, so hopefully more unique cake posts to come!

        Reply

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