Presto03500 Belgian Waffle Bowl Maker,Black, 9.3 x 8.25 x 5.25 inches

Like a standard waffle maker, the Presto Super Waffle Bowl features heated top and bottom sections that are connected by a hinge. But, it also boasts a unique concave shape that allows you to create thick and fluffy four-inch ‘bowls,’ which can be filled with just about anything, including eggs, bacon, syrup and butter, ice cream, or fruit.According to the website, all you have to do is allow the machine to preheat, pour in the batter of your choice (no special batter required), close the lid, and then allow it to bake. Then, when the time comes, its nonstick grids help ensure everything’s easy to remove.If you’re not in the mood for waffles, the Presto Bowl also works with a variety of other foods and ingredients, such as brownie batter, cinnamon roll dough, pizza dough, rice, and bacon—you can even make quesadillas.You have to admit that this concept seems appealing, and if it works exactly as described, that the device could live up to its promises of being easy to use, while making breakfast and other meals more exciting.A Quick Note About Presto Super Waffle Bowl’s ManufacturerIn business for more than three decades, Telebrands is far and away the largest As Seen on TV company in the industry, with hundreds of products to their name. Recent examples include California Charcoal, Pocket Hose Brass Bullet, Atomic Beam Glove, and Red Copper Pan.Telebrands held a D+ Better Business Bureau rating, based on more than 320 closed customer complaints, as of 2/16/18. Although a company rep responded with a resolution in each instance, common complaints appeared to revolve around lower product quality than expected, as well as less-than-stellar support experiences.My Bottom Line About the Presto Super Waffle BowlThe Presto Super waffle maker comes to us from a company with decades in business, who offers free S&H and who stands behind the product with a 30-day refund policy (although you’ll be responsible for return shipping charges if you’re dissatisfied with its performance). So, it seems you might not have much to lose by giving the product a try.On top of this, the identical 03500 model seemed to come with almost wholly positive online customer feedback, which could be a good indication you’ll experience much of the same if you choose to hand over your hard-earned money.However, based on what we learned while browsing online marketplaces like Google Shopping, Amazon, and Walmart.com during our research, it appears Telebrands (or more specifically, their Bulbhead division) sells the exact same product at exactly half the price.Even if you wanted to go directly through Presto, their branded version was available for just a few bucks more. So, if the price is your number one factor when purchasing, either of these might represent solid options.But if you're looking for the lowest cost option possible (although certainly much more labor-intensive than using a device like Presto), you can cook seven-inch batter circles in the oven for four to five minutes, remove, drape them over an inverted cup, and allow to cool before filling with the food of your choice and enjoying.

I was surprised how fast the waffle bowl maker cooks. It only took about 3+- min to cook each cornbread waffle cup. It takes a little practice to know how much to fill the machine. The waffle cup on the left was the first try, filled to the fill line, and it is a bit small. The next ones were perfect.On some was a little spillage, but the outside of the maker cleaned up well with a damp sponge, as long as the batter is still wet. The waffle cups came right out of the maker, with no sticking at all. I added no oil or cooking spray to the machine.These cups were done from a cornbread mix, so it may have contained baking powder and it rose in the machine. Farther experimenting, with different mixes, is needed. The bottom and lower sides cooked faster than the top part, but not fast enough to burn, while the top is still raw.The waffle cups this machine makes are very substantial, not thin and brittle, think Belgian waffle vs thin waffle. They hold about a cup of filling, maybe a bit more. I draped the fresh and still pliable waffle bowls over a glass, to make sure the bottom is flat and the cup doesn’t tilt when it cools, so it can be filled evenly and doesn’t tip to the side, spilling the filling.So far I’m happy with my purchase, if anything comes up, I’ll update.

Okay seriously, this thing is AWESOME.I got it in the afternoon and immediately used it to make waffle bowls that night for dinner.And the next morning for breakfast.And then for lunch.And then for dinner.Granted, it was not just plain waffles the whole time. I was experimenting!I used the basic waffle recipe out of the booklet that came in the box, and it turned out perfectly without any cooking spray or complications. I got a beautifully toasty waffle bowl in 3 minutes. Fresh out of the maker, the waffles are fluffy and easy to bend if you want to use them taco style, which is what I did for breakfast with some butter, powdered sugar, and a fresh banana folded in waffley goodness. We also tried filling them with a variety of berries and other fruits (thawed from being frozen in bags) and topped it all off with whipped cream. There are so many good things to try, I don't think you can go too far wrong here.If you like your waffles a little more crispy-crunchy, you can cook them a little longer in the maker, or just let them warm a few minutes in a 200 degree oven while you keep making more. They are still very tasty, but become firmer and unbendable, which I think you would want if you're using softer fillings such as yogurt or ice cream.I also tried other things besides waffle mix.For lunch I made a potato bowl. I tried using both hash browns and tater tots (the frozen bagged ones, microwaved to thaw first), and they both worked. Obviously they take longer to cook, and you have to position the potatoes with more care to make a complete bowl since they won't flow up to the edges like a batter will, but still. Tastiness! You can fill a potato bowl with eggs or just top it off with salt and cheese.For dinner I made cornbread bowls for chili, and they turned out super yummy! The jiffy cornbread mix actually has a recipe on the box for making it waffle style instead of traditional style. Very easy!It was so fun making bowls that I ended up with a few extras in the freezer, so I'll get to see how they are when re-heated.Next up on my list: brownie bowls and cookie bowls!I got this thing mostly for the novelty of it, and I gotta say I'm glad I did. It's been a lot of fun, and a lot of deliciousness the last two days!

Makes jalapeno cornbread waffle bowls fast and easy. Sure beats waiting until the oven heats up to make cornbread to serve with beans or soup.I DO WISH IT HAD A TIMER….It does not have one. You only turn it on and off by plugging it into the outlet or unplugging it. For the money, I expected it to be more precise with a timer.The waffle bowls are delicious tho!!I’d give it 5 stars if it had a timer for knowing how long to cook the waffle bowls.****FOUR STARS****