Bentô cakes: learn the recipe and get inspired by 10 photos

Have you ever heard of bento cakes? Photos of small cakes in individual packaging have gained prominence on social media for their aesthetics and also as a gift idea. We have prepared a guide on the subject, with history, recipe and 10 photos of various decorations!

Bento cake story

The name is linked to a Japanese tradition. The “bentô” or “obentô” is a lunch box prepared to show affection for someone. It all started with farmers and fishermen who began to package the day’s meal during the 12th century. Over time, it gained special details, with foods separated according to category and with decorations.

The word “bentô” has been combined with “cake” (cake, in English) and has the meaning of “lunchbox cake”. The delicacy is also known as “lunch box” (in English) and “doshirak” (in Korean), both terms indicating “lunchbox”. Thus, it is clear that the origin of bento cakes is from outside Brazil.

It consists of a cake approximately 10 cm in diameter, placed inside a disposable box, which usually has a fork attached internally to one of the flaps. Another difference is the decoration, which tends to be very colorful and attracts a lot of attention. That’s why it’s been so successful on Instagram and Pinterest posts.

The themes are varied. Although many wish you a happy birthday, there are still funny phrases, motivational messages, memes, character designs…

How to make bento cake?

You can use a conventional cake recipe, usually chocolate or vanilla. Then, the small cakes are cut with the help of a mold, receiving various fillings and decorations.

Ingredients

Pasta

4 eggs 100 ml of oil 1 1/2 cup of sugar 250 ml of warm milk 1 cup of 50% chocolate powder 2 1/2 cups of wheat flour 1 tablespoon of baking powder 1 dessert spoon of paste flavoring or vanilla essence Shape measuring 38 cm (length) x 26.5 cm (width) x 5.5 cm (height)

Filling

600 ml of milk 1 can of condensed milk 200g of cream 1 cup of powdered milk 2 tablespoons of cornstarch 1 egg yolk

Method of preparation

Pasta

In a blender, place the eggs, oil, sugar and flavoring paste or essence. Beat for 3 to 4 minutes and add the chocolate powder and warm milk. Then, place the mixture in a basin. Add the flour and yeast. Mix with the help of a whisk. In the preheated oven at 180°C, place the mold with the dough and let it bake for around 45 minutes.

Filling – bento cakes

In a pan, mix the condensed milk, cream, powdered milk, starch and egg. Add the liquid milk and turn the heat to medium to low, stirring constantly. After about 10 minutes, the filling becomes creamy and the heat can be turned off.

Assembly

Cut six circles of dough using a mold to the desired size. Cut the disc in half. Drizzle one of the parts with syrup and add the filling. Place the other part of the disc on top, drizzle with syrup and decorate as desired.

Source: Pri Confeitaria

Bento birthday cake

Individual portions can serve as a gift for both the birthday person and a souvenir for party guests. Be careful when choosing the decoration, because it makes all the difference when opening the packaging. You can follow the traditional, romantic, colorful, fun style. The message is usually accompanied by drawings of flowers, hearts, candles… See some ideas we selected for you:

The edge has a frosting worked with a pastry tip. Chocolate sprinkles and a golden disc in the center complete the look.

In the photo above, three proposals to celebrate the birthday of a special person.

Decorating with a calendar marking the birthday date is a creative idea.

Happy birthday wish enhanced by the colors of the rainbow.

Bento cake photos

Photos of the cupcakes have attracted attention on Instagram and Pinterest due to the creative, colorful and “photogenic” decorations. Among the most common options are funny phrases, inspiring messages, illustrations of all types… Separate the ingredients in your home and let your creativity shine!

Reminder to practice the habit of gratitude, which is related to several benefits, such as improving the immune system, increasing generosity and reducing stress and negative thoughts.

“No one is you and this is your power”: motivational message in bento cakes.

(Photo: @piri.confeitaria/Instagram/Reproduction)

Fun phrases recur, such as “existence is tiring, but I can handle it”.

Reminder to take care of hydration and preserve kidney health.

Decoration of animals and characters can be present in the delicacy. Color and details are the protagonists.

Delicate decoration with a pink flower on a blue background and whipped cream side.

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