Frequent question: What can you use instead of baking cups?

Use parchment paper instead of cups, Chapple says, for an upgraded case for your muffins or cupcakes, and you’ll never worry about cupcake liners again. First, cut a sheet of parchment into five-to-six-inch squares.

Can I use aluminum foil instead of cupcake liners?

While cupcake wrappers are widely available from supermarkets and specialty baking stores, they are also simple and quick to make at home using aluminum foil if you’re ever in a pinch. … The foil should be cut approximately 1 inch larger than the outside edge of the cupcake molds.

How do you make muffins without liners?

Dip a paper towel or pastry brush into the melted butter and use it to grease each cup of the pan. This method is probably the best if you opt to use butter in place of paper liners as you will really be able to grease the cupcake tin well.

How long does it take to bake cupcakes at 350?

Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes. Check for doneness at 30 min. by putting a toothpick in the center of the cake. If it comes out clean or with only a few drums attached, it is done.

Should you use 2 cupcake liners?

If you’re determined to use papers, try doubling them; with two layers, the one on the outside helps keep things bright. Though it also won’t “stick” to the cupcake very well; Hobson’s choice. Rule of thumb: The darker the cake, the less likely you are to get a pretty result.

Can I use wax paper instead of cupcake liners?

Wax paper has a thin coating of wax on each side, which prevents food from sticking to it and makes it moisture-resistant. But wax paper is not heat-resistant; the wax will melt at high temperatures and the paper itself can catch on fire. Don’t use wax paper to line baking sheets or cake pans or put it in a hot oven.

Do you have to grease the pan when using cupcake liners?

While it’s not necessary to grease cupcake liners, there are occasions when I do just that. … Used to keep cupcakes from sticking to the pan and to keep them moist, cupcake liners are a great way to make your favorite cupcakes look different every time you bake them.

Why do my muffins stick to the paper?

Muffins often stick to the bottom of the wrapper because we’re more likely to try to eat them warm, while cupcakes are cooled entirely so we can frost them. Cakes and muffins shrink a bit as they cool, so they’ll actually loosen their grip on the wrapper slightly as they come to room temperature.