Decorative Baking Tubes

[Diane Lane]

I stumbled across these the other day. I think I'd like to try baking in one someday, although I don't have one currently. There are a few shapes that I like, such as the scalloped tube, and the heart-shaped tube, so those are the ones I'd possibly purchase. http://community.tasteofhome.com/community_forums/f/30/p/214197/2851372.aspx

Have y'all ever baked bread in decorative baking tubes? If so, what is your experience? Did it seem like a lot of work, or was the end result worth it?

 

[Tina Nord]

I have never heard of rhese, but what a great idea. I could see myself using them during the holidays when I am baking treats to give away as gifts. You can bake them and then cut the loaves into slices and decorate the slices with frosting. I may have to buy myself a couple.

 

[ChesterV]

This is a new one on me! I've never heard of or seen these before.

I would definitely use one.

However, people in my family have used coffee cans to bake bread in before!

 

[cupcakechef]

This is a new one on me! I've never heard of or seen these before.

I would definitely use one.

However, people in my family have used coffee cans to bake bread in before!

Love the idea of using the coffee cans for bread! I'm a big fan of recycling and being eco friendly, and this is a great example of that! Plus I like the ridges that it makes on the bread - looks like it would make it easier to cut!

 

[Diane Lane]

I also love the idea of using coffee cans for bread. My mom and dad used to do that when I was small. I am planning to buy one or two of these for the holidays, but once I have them, I'm sure I'll use them more often than just for special occasions. I hadn't thought of adding frosting, but that would be a nice way to top off some sweet/quick bread. I'm also interested in using them for some savory breads for use as appetizers, as well as serving with soup and salads.

 

[Diane Lane]

Well, I did it. I treated myself and bought 2 of the shaped bread tubes. I first bought one, but there was a problem with it, so that sale was cancelled. I looked around for that same one, but for a few dollars more, I found a set of two, so I ended up buying them. I should have them by next week, but of course who knows how long it will take me to use them. I'll let y'all know when I do. I went with the flower and heart shapes, those were my two favorites .

 

[Myrtle]

I have three decorative baking tubes that have been sitting in my kitchen cabinet for several years, but I've never gotten around to using them. I should try baking some bread in them though and see if I like them. They look like something that would be nice to make sandwiches for children with.

 

[Diane Lane]

Yes, they could definitely be used for children. I'm sure the shapes could help to draw in or entice especially picky eaters. I would probably use them for appetizers. I've already looked around to ensure that I can find recipes, and many of the ones I've found have been savory recipes. Here's a recipe directly from the Pampered Chef site, and it calls for a pre-made mix, but there are also others on the internet for homemade bread: https://www.pamperedchef.com/recipe/Appetizers+&+Snacks/American/Canapé+French+Bread/9645 I like the look of this one, and might try it out the first time, so I have a successful experience, but eventually, I'd probably prefer to mix it up and make my own, and perhaps try using a quick bread recipe, since I make those frequently.