What To Do With Muffing Tins- 25 Amazing Hacks
Do you know the muffin pan? Yes, the muffin pan! The one who lives on Bakery Lane? Sorry:) Who knew that aside from baking, the simple muffin pan could be helpful in so many ways, in the kitchen, around the house, in craft projects, etc.? Re-purposing everyday kitchen gadgets, such as muffin pans (aka muffin tins), is an excellent strategy for saving money, saving space, and getting organized; plus, it's just plain fun. Amen! Who's with me?
I had no idea when I started this blog post about the infinite uses of a muffin tin! I knew this was one of my favorite kitchen tools, but now I am 100% convinced it IS my favorite!!! I kept finding more and more uses as I researched. Crazy! Aside from foods (muffins, quiches, appetizers, baked desserts, etc.), muffin pans are so versatile, and you will be blown away when you read this! Are you ready?
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25 Amazing Muffin Tin Hacks
1. Doo dad (what exactly is a doo dad?) and desk organizer - www.homedit.com
2. The perfect holder for stuffed tomatoes or peppers- www.betterrecipes.com
3. Use it to transport stuffed mushrooms or Festive deviled eggs- from www.selfproclaimedfoodie.com and www.justimagine-ddoc
4. Organize ingredients while you cook, otherwise known as "mise en place". Add a liner and clean up is a breeze.- www.seriouseats.com
5. Bake eggs in the shell (What??) (www.popsugar.com) or pour into tins to make egg sandwiches.
6. Turn muffin tin over to make cookie bowls, taco bowls, etc. - www.dreyers.com and www.eatingwell.com
7. Freeze stock, sauce, or tomato paste and then place in freezer bags for future use- marthastewart.com
6. Turn upside down to use as a cooling rack cooling rack- from www.realsimple.com
7. Topping for taco or potato bar- www.weightwatchers.com
8. A portable carrier for drinks -www.somedayilllearn.com
9. Ravioli Maker??? (ok, mind blown. I know this person used a ravioli mold, but you could easily use mini muffin tins) - www.juliasalbum.com
10. Condiment holder for burgers, hot dogs, and sandwiches - www.yesterdayontoday.com
11. Ice Cubes in a pinch, filled with fruit. - www.laughingcow.com
12. Counting games- www.growingbookbybook.com
13. Meal tray for children - www.yankeehomestead.com
14. Home Decor- fill with family photos and hang- www.simplestories.typepad.com
15. Organizer for cupcake, cake, or ice cream toppings- www.catchmyparty.com
16. School supplies organizer- www.scholastic.com
17. rustic votive candle holder-www.onecrazyhouse.com
18. Make new crayons using old crayons- Bake in a 350 degree oven until crayons are melted. -www.momwifebusylife.com
19. Cup holder for the car- www.m.atchuup.com
20. seed starter- www.thegardenglove.com
21. Craft paint organizer- www.GluedToMyCraftsBlog.com
22. Freeze leftover pesto or tomato paste- www.littlethings.com
23. Freeze individual portions of soup- www.crystalcattle.blogspot.com
24. DIT bath bombs molds- www.babble.com
25. Seed Spacer-www.athriftymom.com
26. Ok, one more...bonus! Taco stand- www.foodnetwork.com
