Removing Sticky Bites from Mini Muffin Pans

[KayPT]

So, I have been trying to figure out the best way to remove things from the mini muffin pan when it can't be tipped over. Some of the appetizer and stuff that the inside is gooey or something. I used the small scraper, but didn't know if a fork would scratch it or not. The scraper didn't work the best but it was ok. Thank you!

 

[ChefCat]

Try the citrus peeler or even a toothpick can sometimes help. I have used mini muffin wrappers in the past for some recipes too.

 

[emiscookin]

Maybe...spray it with cooking spray beforehand??

 

[babywings76]

I use the citrus peeler. I use the kitchen spritzer on the pan before I bake things so they slide out really easily. Sometimes I just twist the food a little bit and then am able to lift them out just fine.

 

[patty42240]

Definitely DO NOT use a fork or knife or spoon unless it is plastic. I scratched the bejeezus out of every well on my pan when I tried the Chipotle Chicken Cornbread Cups. Never made those again either LOL

 

[BethCooks4U]

Same advice here: Spray the pan before starting and then use the citrus peeler to remove food from the wells. It works perfectly. You also want to remove the food as soon as it's touchable (about 5 minutes) - sometimes letting it get cool in the pan is what makes things stick.

Personally I never use paper cups in any of my pans. It's less waste (more green) and I have had too many issues with peeling that paper off my food in the past. ALL of our muffin pans work great without them!

 

[Teresa Lynn]

i spray with bakers joy
and use citrus peeler

 

[taterbug]

I use the small spreader.

 

[nikked]

I use the little separating that comes with the springform pan, and always, ALWAYS, Pan-Eeze (recipe follows). I use it in any baking job to ensure NOTHING sticks! I usually make up a 1/2 cup of each ingredient batch at a time. Got the recipe on this site years ago, can't remember from who! (or is it "whom"...hm...)

The recipe is very simple:

Equal parts Shortening, Vegetable Oil, and Flour. Mix together, and store in refrigerator. Bring to room temperature for liquid application; or use cold like regular shortening!

 

[ChefMary412]

I am weary about using the cooking spray. I feel that it has left a residue on my mini muffin tin... I think I am done with pre-made spray... just going to use the spray pump from now on

 

[scottcooks]

If you remove the food when it is still warm/somewhat hot, it will come out better than if it cools in the pan.

 

[ShelbyMichalek]

i spray with bakers joy
and use citrus peeler

I use Baker's Joy also! I like how it's flour based. It really works well without all the nasty excess oils.

 

[KayPT]

Wow, thank you all for the wonderful tips. I would have never thought to try the citrus peeler! And thanks for all the tips and info. on spray. Thanks again!