Cody Casey
Muffin liners can be easily made out of parchment paper. This is a great solution if you don't have paper muffin cups or if you're out of standard cupcake liners. All you need is some parchment paper, scissors, and a small can or jar that fits snugly into your muffin tin. The process is simple: cut the parchment paper into squares (5-inch for standard muffin cups and 6-inch for extra-large cups), place the paper over the base of the can or jar, and push and press the paper onto the side of the cup to form a cup shape. This method gives your muffins a bakery-style look and can be used for cupcakes or anything else baked in a muffin tin.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Required Materials | Parchment paper, scissors, small can or jar |
| Parchment Paper Size | 4.5-6" squares, depending on muffin size |
| Method | Cut parchment into squares, place over the base of the can, crease, transfer to muffin tin |
| Benefits | No need to buy muffin liners, adds a "bakery-esque flair" |
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What You'll Learn
- Cut the parchment paper into 5-inch squares for regular-sized muffin cups
- Use a small can or jar that fits inside the muffin well as a mould
- Cut slits in the paper towards each of the four corners
- Place the parchment inside the pan, forcing it in until the longer sides fold
- Smooth out creases to prevent batter from getting stuck
Cut the parchment paper into 5-inch squares for regular-sized muffin cups
To line a muffin pan with parchment paper, you'll need to cut the parchment paper into 5-inch squares for regular-sized muffin cups. This can be done by measuring out 5-inch segments of parchment paper with a ruler and then cutting along the measured lines. It is recommended to tick off the 5-inch mark with a pencil at a few intervals to make it easier to cut in a straight line. You can then use the pencil marks as a guide when cutting.
If you don't have a ruler, you can approximate the size of the squares by eye. The squares should be about 4.5-5 inches across. You can also use a standard muffin liner as a rough guide for cutting out your parchment squares.
For a standard muffin tin that holds 12 muffins, you will need twelve 5-inch squares of parchment paper. You can then place the parchment paper over the base of your can or jar, ensuring that the curl of the paper is facing away from the can. This will help the muffin liners to spread open when you put them in your muffin tin, making it easier to add the batter.
You can also cut out eight layers of paper at once by folding the paper and cutting through the centerfold line.
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Use a small can or jar that fits inside the muffin well as a mould
If you want to line a muffin pan with parchment paper, you can use a small can or jar that fits inside the muffin well as a mould. This method is a great way to create your own muffin liners without needing to buy paper muffin cups. It's a simple process and all you need is some parchment paper, scissors, and a small can or jar.
Firstly, you'll want to find a can or jar that fits snugly inside the muffin well. It's okay if the can or jar is slightly larger or smaller, as long as it fits relatively well. A can of tomato paste works well for standard-sized muffin tins.
Next, you'll want to cut your parchment paper into squares. For regular-sized muffin cups, cut 5-inch squares, and for extra-large muffin cups, cut 6-inch squares. You can use a ruler to measure and a pencil to mark the parchment paper before cutting. Don't worry too much about being precise, as it doesn't have to be perfect.
Now, place the parchment paper over the base of your can or jar. Most parchment paper curls in one direction due to being rolled up, so if yours does this, turn the curl away from the can or jar. This will help the muffin liners to spread open when you put them in your muffin tin, making it easier to add your batter later.
Finally, run your finger or thumbnail around the base of the can or jar to create a strong crease in the parchment paper. Press your hand firmly along the parchment against the can or jar to set the creases. You can now transfer your new muffin liner to your muffin tin, and if you like, place the can or jar in the liner to set it firmly in place.
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Cut slits in the paper towards each of the four corners
Once you have cut out your parchment paper into squares, the next step is to cut slits towards each of the four corners. Place the parchment paper on top of the muffin pan and try to roughly estimate where the pan's inner corners are. Circles don't have corners, but you can estimate the inner corners of the cup by placing the paper atop the muffin pan.
The slits should be cut from the edge to the centre, where each of the four corners is estimated to be. The length of the slits should be roughly the same length as the height of the pan. Be careful not to cut too far in—the slits should not touch, as that would cut through the parchment entirely.
After cutting the slits, you can push the parchment down into each cup of the pan, and the edges will magically fold in on each other, creating a perfect parchment liner.
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Place the parchment inside the pan, forcing it in until the longer sides fold
Now that you have cut your parchment paper into the desired shape, it is time to place it inside the pan. Place the parchment inside the pan, forcing it in until the longer sides fold. This will create a perfect parchment liner. You can use your fingers to press the liner into place. Alternatively, you can use a small can or jar to push the paper down into the mould. This will help to smooth out any creases in the paper.
If you are using a loaf pan, place the parchment inside the pan, forcing it in until the longer sides fold behind the shorter flaps. This trick works for muffin pans as well.
For muffin pans, you can also try the following method: lay the paper on top of the muffin pan and roughly estimate the inner corners of the cup. Cut slits in the parchment paper, from the edge to the centre, where you estimate each of the four corners to be. The slits should be roughly the same length as your pan is high. Then, place the parchment inside the pan, gently forcing it in until the longer sides fold.
You can also use a small can or jar to help form the shape of the liner. Place an object that fits well into the base of the muffin cup in the centre of the parchment square. Wrap the parchment around the object to form the cup, forming creases around the bottom to mould it into the desired shape.
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Smooth out creases to prevent batter from getting stuck
To ensure your batter doesn't get stuck in the creases of your parchment paper muffin liners, you must smooth out the creases. This can be done by running your finger or thumbnail around the base of the can or jar you used to create the crease, before pressing the paper into the muffin tin. This will ensure the creases are strong and the paper will sit nicely in the tin.
Another method to create the muffin liners is to cut slits in the parchment paper, from the edge to the centre, where the inner corners of the muffin tin are. This will create four flaps, which can be pressed into the muffin tin, with the longer sides folding behind the shorter flaps. This method also works for loaf pans.
If you are using a can or jar to create the creases, it is important to find one that fits snugly inside the muffin well. This will be the mold for your liners, and it is fine if the can is slightly larger or smaller. Place the can or jar in the centre of the parchment square, and wrap the paper around it, forming creases around the bottom. This will help mould the paper into the right shape.
For standard-sized muffins, cut your parchment paper into 5-inch squares. For extra-large or jumbo muffins, cut 6-inch squares.
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Frequently asked questions
Cut a piece of parchment paper into 5-inch squares for regular-sized muffin cups. If you are making extra-tall muffins or cupcakes, cut 6-inch squares. Place the paper on top of the muffin pan and cut slits from the edge to the centre of the paper, where each of the four corners would be. The slits should be roughly the same length as the height of the pan. Place the parchment inside the pan, forcing it in until the longer sides fold behind the short flaps.
For a standard muffin pan, cut out 5-inch squares of parchment paper.
If you don't want to cut the parchment paper, you can use a small can or jar to push the paper down into the mould. Smooth out any creases to prevent the batter from getting stuck in them.
