Learn About Commercial Muffin Pans
Commercial muffin pans, also known as muffin tins, are perfect for making muffins, cupcakes, mini pies, cookie bowls or shaping tortillas. They are a common and indispensable tool for all bakers and chefs. Our selection ranges from 12 cups to 24 cups with options of regular-sized cups and mini cups. We sell from top brands like Fat Daddio’s and Browne.
Made of aluminum or anodized aluminum, our selection is durable and long-lasting. Anodized aluminum is stronger and is safe for citrus-based foods. If you’re looking for something more flexible and is safe for ovens, freezers and microwaves, then a silicone mold might be for you.
Commercial Muffin Pans FAQ
Is there a difference between a muffin pan and a cupcake pan?
A muffin pan (or muffin tin) and a cupcake pan are the same - a pan made of metal or silicone with molded cups.
What is the best material for a muffin pan?
Aluminum or silicone are the best materials for muffin pans and are preferred by professional bakers. Both materials offer fast, even heating (and cooling), easy release of baked goods, and quick clean-up.
Do I need to grease muffin tins?
It depends on what you are making or baking in the muffin tins. Silicone muffin pans have a natural nonstick finish and because they are flexible, it is easier to get the finished product out of the cup. Aluminum natural finish muffin pans should be greased or use paper liners to ensure proper release of muffins or cupcakes.
What are the different sizes of muffin pans?
The size of a muffin pan can be determined in three possible ways.
1. The capacity of a cup or how much batter the cup can hold, typically either standard or mini but also large and jumbo as well as muffin top only pans.
2. The number of cups in the pan, typically 6, 12, or 24.
3. The frame measurements of the pan, meaning the outside measurement of the muffin pan.
