The best use of a mini muffin pan is to cook meatballs. Make them slightly larger than the cup opening, then prop them on top. The grease drains into the cup and the meatballs are very crispy!
We have a kitchen rule, whoever cooks, leaves the dishes for everyone else who did not. Works out rather well. We did have a chat with the one who loves cooking, regarding their use of so many unnecessary dishes. Running the dishwasher, more than twice in one day was their cap😉 Even though, whatever they cooked was fantastic!!!
I actually like the ones with lower, wider cups for little tartlets. The regular mini cupcake proportions are just not quite right. The shallower pans just seem to work better when you're baking something with a crust and a bit of filling. YMMV, but I've got both types to use as needed.
I use mine for tartlets at the holidays, not muffins. The little tiny pumpkin or pecan pies are amazing. Cut little pie crusts with a biscuit cutter. Press them into the muffin tin, fill, and bake. They're gone before they have time to cool.
I switched to floppy silicone mini pans several years ago & won't be going back. No problems with browning, but maybe that's due to my specific techniques? (Unlined, with cake release, set on a cheap aluminum sheet, oven preheated to 425F then turned down to normal baking temp after a couple minutes). Cleaning is easy; just dump in a sudsy sink & wipe clean; no seams to catch crumbs & individual wells/cups can be turned inside out for better access. Do go for silicone muffin cups/tins with smooth sides. The pleated ones are a pain to clean. Plus storing the silly pans is just a matter of squishing them into a drawer or baking supply box or whatever.
I use mine mainly for all my overflow recipes. Things like breads or muffins or cupcakes. The “stars” are made full sized for the baked goods I bring to my coworkers, but I get to eat the mini versions.
Love baking mini-muffins, both savory and sweet, but I'll stick with my vintage 1 dozen each aluminum pans! In fact, I keep adding them if I see them at estate sales or thrift stores. Great size for when you just need a few muffins vs two dozen. Yes, there are concerns about the aluminum and you have to use paper liners or spray them, but they bake beautifully, and those I know who enjoyed eating from my original ones, lived long and full lives of MANY decades (and only one with issues that may be associated with the aluminum).
I use ours to make mini apple tarts with a crumb topping. My wife likes to take them to her art meetings since they offer a smaller bite than using a standard muffin pan.
@@sandrah7512Use the size that’s recommended for a toaster oven. They work great and frequently come in mini muffin sizes instead of regular muffin sizes.
These are just great for portioning out things in general. I do baked oatmeal a lot for my evening post-dinner meal and not having to slice it (no gluten so they're always a little crumbly, even with a bit of xanthan gum and egg added in) is a plus.
Just a comment on the video format, its disappointing to see the complete second half of the video is just ATK plugs. I guess plugs need to be there but for such short videos, maybe you can use a shorter plug.
I love mini muffins, but I absolutely prefer the silicone trays for their easy cleanup and I'm happy to sacrafice a bit of evenness. I'd love some longevity testing on the nonstick metal ones
I’d like to know if anyone can recommend a muffin paper that fits these. Bringing treats to work, the option of making something tidy to pick up is key.
Amazon brand silicone liners are great! I have used the same set for years. The only thing that I still use the paper ones for is meat loaf, which is too greasy for silicone liners.
I disagree, mini silicone muffin pans from Sili are fantastic and we often make the best mini banana muffin bites. Key is tip is to pipe the dough in and put the sili mini muffins on a sheet pan.
have a couple silicone mini muff pans and have used them from meatballs to chocolate truffles. very handy things to have on hand. might even use them for muffins someday.
When when did America's test kitchen turn its videos into click-bait???? title of the video suggested. We were going to see whether or not these were worth buying, and that's absolutely not what happens. We're just looking at some woman talk about. Food
The best use of a mini muffin pan is to cook meatballs. Make them slightly larger than the cup opening, then prop them on top. The grease drains into the cup and the meatballs are very crispy!
Great idea!
I’ve made Shui-mai with mine
They are also great for making little corn breads
I came here to say this as well, Also, takoyaki
As someone who likes mini muffins, I would say: "Yes". However, as the person who has to clean it, I say: "Hell no!"
😂😂😂😂😂 exactly
We have a kitchen rule, whoever cooks, leaves the dishes for everyone else who did not. Works out rather well. We did have a chat with the one who loves cooking, regarding their use of so many unnecessary dishes. Running the dishwasher, more than twice in one day was their cap😉 Even though, whatever they cooked was fantastic!!!
Lmao
Use mini muffin paper cases (liners) so the pans don't get dirty
@@sueramsey8181Now you tell me 😜
I actually like the ones with lower, wider cups for little tartlets. The regular mini cupcake proportions are just not quite right. The shallower pans just seem to work better when you're baking something with a crust and a bit of filling. YMMV, but I've got both types to use as needed.
Yes!! I do this too! You get more filling in your mini tarts using that shallower pan.
I use mine for tartlets at the holidays, not muffins. The little tiny pumpkin or pecan pies are amazing. Cut little pie crusts with a biscuit cutter. Press them into the muffin tin, fill, and bake. They're gone before they have time to cool.
That’s what I do too! Or I make mini quiche bites in them.
@@Thi-Nguyen I'll have to try the quiche idea. That sounds wonderful.
I switched to floppy silicone mini pans several years ago & won't be going back. No problems with browning, but maybe that's due to my specific techniques? (Unlined, with cake release, set on a cheap aluminum sheet, oven preheated to 425F then turned down to normal baking temp after a couple minutes). Cleaning is easy; just dump in a sudsy sink & wipe clean; no seams to catch crumbs & individual wells/cups can be turned inside out for better access.
Do go for silicone muffin cups/tins with smooth sides. The pleated ones are a pain to clean.
Plus storing the silly pans is just a matter of squishing them into a drawer or baking supply box or whatever.
I use mine for stuffed mushrooms. I don’t have to worry about them sliding all over the place when moving them in/out of the oven.
I use mine mainly for all my overflow recipes. Things like breads or muffins or cupcakes. The “stars” are made full sized for the baked goods I bring to my coworkers, but I get to eat the mini versions.
I use the silicone mini muffin pan to freeze small herbs and pumpkin puree for smoothies. It's a great product for that purpose.
I used the Wilton mini muffin tin to make Cranberry-Brie Bites in Puff Pastry for New Year’s Eve. They turned out great. ❤️
Loved discovering the mini-muffin pan. Great tool not just for muffins and bite-sized tarts, but other canapes and appetizers.
(39) I have a mini-muffin pan. Its a lot of fun making all kinds of weird bite-sized stuff.
Even meatloaf bites!
Love baking mini-muffins, both savory and sweet, but I'll stick with my vintage 1 dozen each aluminum pans! In fact, I keep adding them if I see them at estate sales or thrift stores. Great size for when you just need a few muffins vs two dozen. Yes, there are concerns about the aluminum and you have to use paper liners or spray them, but they bake beautifully, and those I know who enjoyed eating from my original ones, lived long and full lives of MANY decades (and only one with issues that may be associated with the aluminum).
With aluminum pans, you also have to be mindful of warping. Aluminum pans are notorious for warping.
They make really good ice cube makers for jumbo ice cubes
Peanut butter cookie dough with a Reese's p-butter cup stuck in the middle. Bake until done. Irresistible.
The silicone pans are perfect for making egg bites. No sticking and no tedious cleaning too.
What is the baking time adjustment from regular size to mini?
I use ours to make mini apple tarts with a crumb topping. My wife likes to take them to her art meetings since they offer a smaller bite than using a standard muffin pan.
I never thought I would need one until I made Canadian Butter Tarts!
I would never buy any gold colored backing dish. I would refuse it if it would be given to me free of charge.
I use the mini til for bacon wrapped scallops. Pre cook the bacon half way in the microwave.
Wish you had a recommendation sized for a countertop oven
Get the Breville.
@@sandrah7512Use the size that’s recommended for a toaster oven. They work great and frequently come in mini muffin sizes instead of regular muffin sizes.
@@genjii931I haven’t used my full size oven since 2015 when I bought the Breville. Use it daily.
I like to use a silicone mini muffin pan when I make shrimp havarti. It’s much easier to clean up melted cheese
Before you buy a muffin tin, ask yourself: How often do you make muffins?
These are just great for portioning out things in general. I do baked oatmeal a lot for my evening post-dinner meal and not having to slice it (no gluten so they're always a little crumbly, even with a bit of xanthan gum and egg added in) is a plus.
Just a comment on the video format, its disappointing to see the complete second half of the video is just ATK plugs. I guess plugs need to be there but for such short videos, maybe you can use a shorter plug.
I happen to have pans from USA Pans. I believe they are steel & are sturdy. I generally use liners
Can you tell me which brand? I’ve bought ones that don’t really fit my tin?
Perfect timing Lisa! I actually have the Wilton pan, so feeling good about that! I'm planning to try baking those "egg bites" in it - wish me luck!😄
I’ve been a huge fan since the 90s on OPB (Oregon). I eat much better thanks to you wonderful people. 🎉
I love Wilton products. All my bake ware is Wilton
This reminds me. I need to make some little cornbread as to go with the cans of chilie will have over the next few days…..it’s -20 here!
I love mini muffins, but I absolutely prefer the silicone trays for their easy cleanup and I'm happy to sacrafice a bit of evenness.
I'd love some longevity testing on the nonstick metal ones
Love my W-S mini muffin tin. Let it soak a few minutes and it cleans right up.
Lisa is the food host I have absolute trust in.
How did you kow I had been asking myself that exact question for the past 2 months?
Brownies.
Thank you!
I’d like to know if anyone can recommend a muffin paper that fits these. Bringing treats to work, the option of making something tidy to pick up is key.
How about an option for the best release muffin paper liners? My muffins always stick to the paper.
For standard size, I’ve found “If You Care” are great. But I haven’t found them in mini size.
I went to their website and ordered them there, way cheaper than Amazon. They carry everything they make there including the mini's.
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I forgot to thank you for the tip and the website has free shipping for $25 or more orders. Thank you 🌹
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Amazon brand silicone liners are great! I have used the same set for years. The only thing that I still use the paper ones for is meat loaf, which is too greasy for silicone liners.
I don't want to wash each cup with my bad arthritic hands; too painful.@@swansuz
Any tins that can be popped out for deep-frying purposes.
$40 for a "winning" muffin tin?! Um, no.
I disagree, mini silicone muffin pans from Sili are fantastic and we often make the best mini banana muffin bites. Key is tip is to pipe the dough in and put the sili mini muffins on a sheet pan.
I regret buying a jumbo muffin tin. No way im going to the opposite end.
Pecan Tassies!
I don't own a dishwasher, so that's just too much clean up!
Hi Lisa! Love from Canada ❤
i love eating mini muffins. they freeze, thaw and reheat perfectly. BUT, be prepared for the mess in filling them....
Just use a small scoop. That’s what i do.
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Can you please test Yogurt Makers and tell us who the winner is?
I love my mini muffin pans!
I've used it a ton, but never for muffins!
The flatter muffins are so much better!!!
Better muffintop to body ratio, agreed.
@@mtncreekdawn exactly!
have a couple silicone mini muff pans and have used them from meatballs to chocolate truffles. very handy things to have on hand. might even use them for muffins someday.
I bought a really nice mini muffin tin about 10 years ago. Used it once.....now it just takes up space. Waste of time and energy.
When when did America's test kitchen turn its videos into click-bait???? title of the video suggested. We were going to see whether or not these were worth buying, and that's absolutely not what happens. We're just looking at some woman talk about. Food
"non stick"? you have got to be kidding, how can anyone even recommend that poison to ppl