So, you’re in the mood for some muffins but can’t seem to find any muffin liners in your pantry? Don’t waste your time going to the grocery store. Instead, try some of the following substitutes that should give you great results as well.
Parchment Paper
The most efficient substitute for muffin liners is parchment paper. Simply cut the paper into 5-inch squares and then snuggle them into muffin tins you’ve previously greased. Push the paper down to cover the bottom and then press the wrinkles on the sides to keep it in place. If you are using some other muffin tin besides the standard 12-cup one, remember to adjust the size of the squares.
Aluminum Foil
Aluminum foil will do the same trick as parchment paper. Simply cut the squares, and then place them inside the cups before pressing the bottom and the sides. The only difference is that your muffins might get some wrinkles from the foil, but they will still taste good.
Butter
You actually don’t have to have any muffin liners to bake muffins. Just grease the tin with a generous amount of butter and call it a day. The muffins won’t stick and they might get even better from all that butter.
