Standard cupcake liners are 2. 25 inches (5. 7 cm) in diameter. These will fit a typical baking sheet. If you’re making mini muffins or cupcakes, opt for a 1 inch (2. 5 cm) or 3⁄4 inch (1. 9 cm) liner instead. If you aren’t sure what liners will fit your sheet, measure the diameter of a slot in your baking sheet. Then find liners that match this diameter. The diameter of liners is usually on the packaging.
Foil liners and paper liners are both available at supermarkets or online. Specialty bake shops will have a greater variety of choices for cupcake liners.
Always check silicone liners for their intended baking temperature. Most silicone liners can handle high heat, but double check to make sure you don’t melt them in the oven. Don’t use silicone liners over an open flame. They will melt. As an added bonus, you’ll also save money because you won’t have to buy more liners every time you bake.
Try to match the liner to the occasion. If you’re throwing a Halloween party, look for orange liners or ones with pumpkins on them. There are also paper liners folded into different shapes like tulips. Use these for further decoration. If you or any of your guests has an allergy to food dyes, don’t use colored liners. The dye could leak onto the cupcake and cause an allergic reaction.
Most pans have 12 slots for cupcakes. If you’re making more than this, use more pans. A pan for making mini cupcakes will probably have more than 12 slots. Make sure you buy enough liners before you start baking.
Just give each liner a quick spray with the oil. Don’t let any oil pool at the bottom.
Use equal amounts in each liner so all the cupcakes bake through evenly. You could also use a frosting bag filled with batter to fill the liners. Some recipes call for a specific measurement of batter. If you’re using that kind of recipe, then use the measurement it suggests.
The most common temperature for baking cupcakes is 350 °F (177 °C), but follow the recipe you’re using for the baking temperature. Cupcakes usually take 15-20 minutes to bake.
