Presto 03500 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’ve been using this waffle bowl maker every day. It’s simple and fun to use. It’s easy to clean and did I mention it’s fun to use? I’ve experimented with different amounts of batter which dictates the size of the bowl. I’ve tried different bowl fillers (scrambled eggs and bacon, chili, etc) and it tastes great. I’ve also experimented with the amount of time you leave waffle mix cooking, longer time creating a more crunchy bowl. I used a gluten free box mix for the waffles and though it says it wasn’t necessary I lightly oiled the machine for the first use. All in all I believe it’s an excellent product and the family will get a lot of use from it.

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.

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****