How to bake without an oven? The secrets of the 10 most popular alternatives on the Internet
In the past 10 days, discussions about "ovenless baking" have soared on social platforms, especially for groups such as renters and students. The following are structured solutions compiled from hot spots across the web, covering tools, recipes and tips.
1. Top 5 popular alternative tools

| Tool name | Applicable scenarios | heat index |
|---|---|---|
| air fryer | Grilled chicken wings/biscuits/cakes | ★★★★★ |
| rice cooker | Cheesecake/Bread | ★★★★☆ |
| pan | Pizza/Scones | ★★★☆☆ |
| Micro-wave oven | Muffin Cup/Brownie | ★★★☆☆ |
| cast iron pot | European baguette/focaccia | ★★☆☆☆ |
2. Popular recipe tutorials
1.Air fryer version of egg tarts(Douyin playback volume 2800w+)
Ingredients: ready-made egg tart crust, 2 eggs, 100ml milk, 15g sugar
Steps: Preheat at 180°C for 5 minutes → Pour in the egg liquid → Bake for 12 minutes
2.Rice cooker cake(Xiaohongshu collection is 500,000+)
Key tips: Beat egg whites until stiff peaks → Brush the inner pot with oil → Simmer for 20 minutes after the cooking button is tripped
3. Comparison of technical points
| method | Preheating requirements | time adjustment | Finished product features |
|---|---|---|---|
| air fryer | Must be preheated | 20% shorter | Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside |
| rice cooker | No preheating required | 50% extension | Moist and dense |
| pan | Preheat over medium-low heat | 30% shorter | Crispy bottom |
4. Recent hot questions and answers
Q: How to bake sweet potatoes without baking tools?
A: Popular method on Douyin: wrap sweet potatoes in toilet paper → soak thoroughly → microwave on high for 8 minutes (turn over every 2 minutes)
Q: How to judge the temperature of a replacement tool?
A: Station B UP main measured data:
• Rice cooker heat preservation setting≈90℃
• Microwave oven on medium heat≈160℃
• Minimum flame of gas stove≈180℃
5. Safety precautions
1. Metal containers are prohibited in microwave ovens
2. The amount of food in the air fryer should not exceed 1/2 of the basket.
3. The exhaust hole must be kept clear when baking in the rice cooker.
4. It is recommended to use a silicone spatula when operating the pan
According to Weibo topic data, the number of views of the topic #无 ovenbaking# increased by 120 million within 10 days, of which students accounted for 63%. Data from major e-commerce platforms show that the weekly sales of air fryers increased by 45% year-on-year, and the mini baking tool set became a hot item during 618.
These methods not only solve the problem of hardware limitations, but also derive new food styles. For example, caramel pudding made in a pan has become a new celebrity food on INS because of its unique amber texture. It is recommended that beginners start with rice cooker cakes, the success rate is as high as 87% (data source: Xiachian APP).
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