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Bento cakes or lunch box cakes are cute, minimalist cakes that are usually made with four to six-inch cake layers. These became popular in Korea, and they’re so cute this style has gained popularity around the world. Unlike the tall layer cakes that are common right now, these cakes are short and usually about 2 inches high.
Living up to its name, it is bento-sized. The most common Korean lunchbox cake size is 4 inches, weighing about 350 grams. However, they are also available in bigger sizes, such as 6 inches and 8 inches. The Korean lunch box cake box and container adds charm to the appeal.
No special equipment needed! In case you don’t know, lunch box cakes are cakes that are miniature versions of regular full size cakes. That means, you get to decorate them just like regular cakes. In this recipe, I’ll show you how to make your own sprinkles, so you can really make these lunch box cakes you own.
If you want to use an 8-inch round cake pan, make one cake layer. Sift or whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, dark cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt) into a large bowl. Pour in the hot water, sour cream, oil, eggs, and vanilla into a separate bowl and whisk together until fully incorporated.
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