Many people enjoy making muffins and having them for breakfast or snacks, and the best muffin pans make them easy to prepare. Muffin pans can also be used for making tiny quiches and cupcakes. These pans come in a wide range of sizes, including bite-size to extra-large. The ideal muffin pan is easy to clean in case some of the batter spills over during the baking process. For a person who enjoys baking or likes to try a variety of breakfast recipes, muffin pans are essential items to have in the kitchen. These are some of the 10 best muffin pans available.
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1. OXO Good Grips Non-Stick Pro Muffin Pan
This affordable nonstick muffin pan by OXO is constructed from heavy-gauge steel with an aluminum coating. This provides even cooking of the muffins, cupcakes or quiches. The surface is easy to clean and has a shiny finish. Two layers of top coating enhance its resistance to scratches. The cups are a standard size. Rolled edges make this muffin pan easy to grasp when inserting or removing it from the oven.
2. Amazon Basics Nonstick Carbon Steel Muffin Pan
This basic set of two cheap nonstick muffin pans is a good way to build a set of essential cookware. It would work well for a person getting their first apartment. The finish is smooth to the touch. The muffin cups are standard size. The heavy-weight carbon steel material ensures that these will last for a long time. The nonstick coating makes it easy to release food from the cups.
3. 12-Cup Silicone Muffin Baking Pan
This Keliwa silicone muffin pan is made from FDA-approved, food-grade silicone. It can handle temperatures as high as 450 degrees Fahrenheit. It can go right from the oven to the freezer, making it a good choice for a person who wants to cook in bulk and freeze things. This low-cost muffin pan can also go into the dishwasher or microwave. It has no BPA. For easy storage, this muffin pan can be folded without incurring any damage.
4. Amazon Basics Reusable Silicone Baking Cups
These colorful silicone baking cups work as affordable muffin pans. They also work for cupcakes and quiches. They come in a rainbow of colors, which makes them ideal for baking with kids. They can be inserted into a nonstick muffin pan made of metal in lieu of using paper muffin cups. They can also be used on their own when placed on a baking sheet. The rippled sides make them easy to remove from the food. They are made of BPA-free, food-grade silicone.
5. Wilton Perfect Results Premium Non-Stick Mini Muffin Pan
Sometimes, a regular-size muffin or cupcake is just too big. This mini muffin pan by Wilton solves the problem of half-eaten cupcakes and muffins. The pan has 24 slots and works with mini muffin and cupcake liners. The nonstick surface makes it easy to clean up in case any batter spills. This affordable muffin pan is made of steel and is dishwasher-safe.
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6. casaWare Toaster Oven 6 Cup Muffin Pan
This casaWare muffin pan has six cups, and it fits in a toaster oven or a standard oven. The ceramic finish optimizes the conduction of heat and ensures that the muffins or cupcakes will cook evenly. This finish meets safety standards and is free of lead, PFOA, PTFE, and PFOS. The smooth baking surface ensures that any spills are easy to clean. This affordable muffin pan can withstand temperatures as high as 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
7. Keliwa Nonstick Mini Bundt Pan or Doughnut Pan
This affordable mini bundt pan or doughnut pan by Keliwa is made of 100 percent food-grade silicone. Its nonstick surface makes it easy to clean. It can fold for storage. This pan is heat-resistant to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, and it can go in the dishwasher, microwave, and freezer. It can go into the oven as it is, or it can be placed on a cookie sheet for easier grasping.
8. Nordic Ware Platinum Collection Anniversary Bundtlette Pan
As a true workhorse in the kitchen, this heavy-duty mini bundt pan by Nordic Ware features thick cast aluminum construction. Its cups have decorative edges, allowing the baker to create a true masterpiece. The sides of this pan have handles for easy holding when maneuvering it into and out of the oven. This low-cost mini bundtlette pan is made in the USA.
9. Wilton Recipe Right Non-Stick 6 Cup Jumbo Muffin Pan
Sometimes, a standard-sized muffin or cupcake is just not enough. For hearty appetites, try this jumbo muffin pan by Wilton. Each of the two pans has six cups. The nonstick surface makes it easy to clean with soapy water or in the dishwasher. The heavy-duty coated steel ensures even heating of the treats in the pan. Pair it with jumbo paper cupcake or muffin liners.
10. Bekith Silicone Fancy Mini Bundt Cake Pan
Make attractive treats with this cheap silicone muffin pan by Bekith. Its six cups have decorative fluting, ensuring that the finished product as pretty edges and sides for an appealing display of baked goods. The flexibility of the silicone makes it easy to extract the cooled treats. This is an ideal pan for cornbread, mini coffee cakes, mini bundt cakes, muffins, and cupcakes. It would also work for fudgy brownies, breads, and cheesecakes. It is stain and odor-resistant. For ease of storage, it can be folded without damaging the fluting or edges. Another feature that makes this the best muffin pan is its three fluted designs, which include a spiral, flower, and tower.
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By BCR Staff
August 2019
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