Expert Review: Just Play's Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven

IT’S MODERN RETRO

Has an internal heating element
Features a built-in timer
Comes with a baking pan and cooking tool

WHAT IT IS

Just Play’s Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven brings back one of the most iconic kitchen toys of all time and gives it a stylish makeover for today’s young chefs. This new version sports a modern-retro design, a light-up rainbow confetti pattern, and a built-in timer. It’s easy to use, as the baking pan slides in one side and out the other.

Get ready to bake up some fun with this redesigned oven! | Source: Just Play

WHY WE LOVE IT

The Easy-Bake Oven was an immediate hit when Kenner launched it in 1963, and each subsequent generation has received an updated version. The new design pays homage to the nostalgic charm of the original’s teal color, while adding light and a touch of personality. Tweens love the independence of baking their own creations and parents love watching them proudly serve up tiny treats.

IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW

This is an electric toy, so we recommend adult supervision. Tweens can whip up brownies, cupcakes, cookies, or savory snacks using Easy-Bake baking mixes (sold separately). No mixes are included with the oven, so keep that in mind when gifting. For cool treats, look for the new Freezy-Bake Ice Cream Maker.

PERFECT FOR

Aspiring bakers; nostalgic parents; and any kid who wants to serve up some treats

EASY-BAKE ULTIMATE OVEN

This version of the classic cooking toy features a modern-retro look, a light-up rainbow confetti pattern, and a built-in timer. Use it to prepare sweet and savory treats with Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven baking mixes (sold separately).

Product Facts

MSRP:
$49.97

Age:
8+

Manufacturer:
JUST PLAY

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About the author

James Zahn

James Zahn, AKA The Rock Father, is Editor-in-Chief of The Toy Book and Co-President of The International Toy Magazines Association (ITMA). He is also a Senior Editor at The Toy Insider and The Pop Insider, and Editor of The Toy Report, The Toy Book‘s weekly industry newsletter. As a pop culture and toy industry expert, Zahn has appeared as a panelist and guest at events including Comic-Con International: San Diego (SDCC), New York Comic Con, Wizard World Chicago, and the ASTRA Marketplace & Academy. Zahn has more than 30 years of experience in the entertainment, retail, and publishing industries, and is frequently called upon to offer expert commentary for publications such as Forbes, Marketwatch, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, USA Today, Reuters, the Washington Post, and more. James has appeared on History Channel’s Modern Marvels, was interviewed by Larry King and Anderson Cooper, and has been seen on Yahoo! Finance, CNN, CNBC, FOX Business, NBC, ABC, CBS, WGN, The CW, and more. Zahn joined the Adventure Media & Events family in 2016, initially serving as a member of the Parent Advisory Board after penning articles for the Netflix Stream Team, Fandango Family, PBS KIDS, Sprout Parents (now Universal Kids), PopSugar, and Chicago Parent. He eventually joined the company full time as a Senior Editor and moved up the ranks to Deputy Editor and Editor-in-Chief.

Expert Review: Just Play’s Easy-Bake Ultimate Oven