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The Easy Bake Oven You Know And Love Is Gone Forever – Here’s Why

Author Sammi Reeves

One of the most popular toys to grace the face of the planet is gone forever – the iconic Easy Bake Oven. Children have enjoyed the bakery toy for years, undeniably standing the test of time for numerous decades. But the beloved Easy Bake Oven been morphed, replaced, and, in some cases, discontinued over the years. What does this leave for the next generation of young bakers? Has the concept been replaced in their hearts and minds at this point anyway?

Fear not, for we have all the answers you need. Let’s take a look at what’s going on with this classic kitchen toy.

The History of Easy Bake Oven

The story of the Easy Bake Oven starts way back in the day. The child bakery toy first hit the market in 1963, and since then, they have been a popular toy among young chefs everywhere. The oven was designed as a miniature version of an adult oven, allowing children to make mini cakes and cupcakes using pre-packaged mixes. But recently there have been some rumors that the iconic toy is being discontinued. So what’s really going on?

The Truth About Easy Bake Ovens

The truth is that, while it is true that certain models of the classic oven are being discontinued, they are still available in many stores. However, one thing that has changed is that Hasbro has replaced some models with versions that use non-bulb heating elements as their source of heat rather than the traditional light bulb heating elements. This change was made due to safety concerns regarding children using traditional heating elements without parental supervision. Hundreds upon hundreds of little fingers were burned over the years, including second and third-degree burns and an incident that resulted in a finger amputation. Good call, Hasbro. Good call.

What Does This Mean For Easy Bake Oven Fans?

Fortunately, this means that kids can still enjoy baking up (questionably) tasty treats with their beloved oven… at least for now. Just make sure to check if the Easy Bake Oven uses light bulbs or traditional, potentially unsafe heating elements before buying! And don’t forget to always supervise your kids when they’re using any type of kitchen appliance!

While it’s true that certain models of the beloved Easy Bake Oven have been discontinued and are “no more,” it doesn’t mean you have to say goodbye to your favorite kitchen toy just yet! With new models featuring the non-bulb replacement to the traditional heating elements for added safety, young bakers can still enjoy making delicious treats with their own miniature ovens! So keep baking those mini cakes and cupcakes — but, I reiterate – don’t forget to always supervise your kids while they’re using any type of kitchen appliance.

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As to what is the oldest toy in the world? Many archeologists are still figuring that out. The Fleet Science Center at FleetScience.org says, the world’s oldest toy is the spinning top.

We will wait for more history to become uncovered as the world may never know. But what we do know is that this list give great insight on the evolution of toys in America and how modern technology has advanced overtime. The prices and quality of popular Christmas toys have changed significantly. For the better? We will let you be the judge of that.

We chose toys from each decade but to see the whole check out Stacker’s list here.

Sammi Reeves is the afternoon show host on 102.7 VGS. Before her radio career, she worked several jobs in the media industry, specifically involving social media and media buying. As a content creator for 102.7 VGS, Sammi writes Las Vegas content centered around local restaurants, events, and need-to-know news.

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