Muffin tins are not just for making muffins and cupcakes

instructor03 · November 2011

Easy portion control: I recently made a meatloaf recipe and baked them in muffin tins. The recipe I used was called Muffin Meatloaves. It was easy and only 139 calories per muffin. But we could do that with anything. I did it with a zucchini cake this summer. I even got alot more servings out of the recipe. The cake probably served 14, but I got 35 muffins out of. So I ate fewer calories but still satified my chocolate craving. I have done it with egg beaters and had little quiches. Reheat and you are ready to go out the door.

I know this isn't news to many, but hopefully this idea will help somebody with portion and convenience.

Chairless · November 2011

haha, brilliant idea. why have i never thought of this.

CharlieBarleyMom · November 2011

Yes, I've done this and it is a fabulous idea! Makes life easier than trying to cut a slice, weigh it and then add or take away as necessary! (what a trial)

babyblake11 · November 2011

never thought of this! thanks for the tip

LilMissFoodie · November 2011

I have done that too

They are also great for mini frittatas. Also, you can make bread cases by pushing the bread inside and baking until it is crusty and set in the shape then fill with anything you like.

hbarney · November 2011

I use my muffin tins the same way and love it!! Takes the guess work out of a serving size. I also use mine for my egg quiches and then I can freeze them and have a quick breakfast or lunch when I am short on time and hungry!!!

spitfire1962 · November 2011

Thanks for the tip. I love the idea of a meatloaf muffin!

LillysGranny · November 2011

It is a great idea--I like it because it saves you from having to portion after you cook. Many muffins can bevfrozen and then put in a ziplock back for easy single serve dispensing, too.