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Food Processing

Cake Making Unit

This project profile outlines the establishment of a commercial cake making and manufacturing unit. The facility produces various types of cakes including sponge and butter cakes using automated mixing, baking, and decorating equipment.

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Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Plant & Machinery12.27
Other Misc. Assets1.2
Working Capital7.25
Total20.72

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Own Contribution2.07
Term Loan12.12
Working Capital Loan6.52
Total20.72

Raw materials & machinery

Manufacturing process

  1. Ingredients scaling: Weighing and procuring all raw materials according to recipe requirements.
  2. Mixing: Blending all raw materials in a batter mixing machine to create smooth cake batter.
  3. Depositing: Poured into greased and lined baking trays and properly leveled.
  4. Baking: Baking in an oven at controlled temperatures until fully cooked.
  5. De-panning: Removing baked cakes from pans while warm, peeling off butter paper, and slicing into layers.
  6. Cooling: Cooling the cake to the required internal temperature before icing.
  7. Icing: Beating whipping cream and icing sugar, then applying layers of cream and fruit between cake layers using a decorating machine.
  8. Storage and Packaging: Storing finished cakes in display refrigerators at controlled temperatures until sold.

Market

The Indian bread and bakery market is experiencing steady growth driven by rising disposable incomes, urbanization, and changing consumer lifestyles. A significant portion of the market is currently served by unorganized players, presenting substantial opportunities for organized small-scale units.

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