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Babycakes DNM-30 Mini Donut Maker

  • 12 cake pops, 7 cupcakes or 7 donuts per batch, by plate
  • 3 interchangeable nonstick plates, dishwasher safe
  • 8.75 by 6 by 6.13 inches, 1.7 pounds
  • Latching lift handle and non-skid rubber feet
  • Recipe booklet included, plus cord wrap

Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

One small iron that swaps between cake pops, mini donuts and mini cupcakes by changing the plate, with all three plates washable in the dishwasher. The listing gives no wattage or temperature control, so bake timing is by eye.

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ASIN: B00HPLO0R6Model: DNM-30Category: Mini Donut Makers

Overview

Interchangeable nonstick plates are the working part: three sets swap into one heated base, one each for mini donuts, mini cupcakes and cake pops. A latching handle lifts the lid, rubber feet hold the base still on the counter, and a cord wrap tidies the lead for storage.

Three bakes from one countertop appliance is the reason to buy, and the plates going into the dishwasher removes the usual cleanup complaint. Batches are small, and nothing in the listing states power, temperature or bake time, so the first round is a test.

Who it's for

Party treats and after-school baking with kids are where a three-plate iron like this is used, and it stores in a small space with the cord wrapped. A baker who wants a single-purpose donut machine with higher output per round, or one who needs standard-size results, should look at a dedicated unit.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Three plate sets in one base
  • Plates are dishwasher safe
  • Latching handle lifts the lid
  • Non-skid rubber feet
Cons
  • Small batch per round
  • Wattage, temperature and timer not listed
  • Plates must be swapped between bake types

Performance notes

Each plate set bakes by direct contact with the heated halves of the iron, so a batch cooks from both sides and finishes when the thinnest shape, the cake pop, sets through. Even portions matter more than anything else, since an overfilled well squeezes batter past the seam. The latching handle holds the lid down during the bake, and the rubber feet stop the base sliding when the lid is lifted.

Specifications

BrandBabycakes
ModelDNM-30
Dimensions & fit
Item Weight1.7 pounds
Product Dimensions8.8 × 6 × 6.1 inches
Other details
AsinB00HPLO0R6
Customer Reviews{'ratings_count': '3,975', 'stars': '4.4'}
Date First AvailableJanuary 6, 2014
Item model numberDNM-30
ManufacturerSelect Brands Inc (Kitchen)
Best Sellers Rank#143,832 In Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 In Kitchen & Dining) #24 In Mini Donut Makers

Frequently asked questions

How big are the donuts from the Babycakes DNM-30?

The listing calls them mini donuts and gives no diameter. Expect bite-size rings, not bakery-size donuts.

Can the Babycakes DNM-30 plates go in the dishwasher?

Yes, all three nonstick baking plates are listed as dishwasher safe.

Does the Babycakes DNM-30 need a separate machine for cake pops?

No. The cake pop plate is one of the three interchangeable plates included with the unit.