{"id":49228,"date":"2016-04-24T09:15:05","date_gmt":"2016-04-24T13:15:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=49228"},"modified":"2016-08-05T13:10:37","modified_gmt":"2016-08-05T17:10:37","slug":"muffin-tin-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/muffin-tin-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"16 Brilliant New Uses for Your Muffin Tin"},"content":{"rendered":"

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News flash: Muffin tins are good for more than whipping up baked goods. Each section of a traditional muffin tin holds about one-fourth to one-third of a cup of food, making them the perfect tool to portion<\/a> just about anything. Don\u2019t discount mini and jumbo muffin tins, either. The mini versions can serve up more indulgent sweet treats, and the extra large trays are ideal for freezing larger servings<\/a> of soup or veggies.<\/p>\n

Stick to traditional metal pans for anything that requires baking, and reach for the silicone varieties when you\u2019ll be enjoying treats straight from the freezer. Whether you need to serve up a dozen poached eggs or want a better way to store single serving recipes, we\u2019ve got you covered with these 16 inventive muffin tin recipes.<\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>15 Creative Ice Cube Tray Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

16 Muffin Tin Recipes to Make More Than Just Muffins<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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1.\u00a0DIY Freezer Oatmeal Cups
\n<\/a><\/strong>Forget instant oatmeal packets \u2014 freezing single servings of homemade oats with custom toppings means you can enjoy a healthy breakfast without having to slave over the stove each morning. Pop a puck in a bowl with a splash of milk and microwave until warmed through. Recipe and photo:<\/em> Brianne Izzo \/ Cupcakes and Kale Chips<\/em><\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0Baked Hard Cooked Eggs
\n<\/a><\/strong>Get ready to enjoy hardboiled eggs without the hassle. This method is simple: Place one egg in each cup of a muffin tin, and bake for about 30 minutes. Finish off the eggs in an ice bath and once cool, store with shells on in the fridge for up to a week. Recipe and photo: Lindsay \/ The Lean Green Bean<\/em><\/p>\n

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\u00a03.\u00a0<\/strong>Portable Savory Breakfast Egg Muffins
\n<\/strong><\/a>A slice of ham serves as the base for these easy breakfast bites. Each cup packs in 16 grams of protein<\/a> and just 150 calories \u2014 score! Make a big batch ahead of time and reheat in the microwave for 15 to 30 seconds before you head out the door. Recipe and photo: Alexa Schirm \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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\u00a04.\u00a0<\/strong>Single-Serve Minestrone Soup
\n<\/strong><\/a>This simple and hearty minestrone offers up a healthy dose of vegetables and protein-rich white beans. After dividing your soup into silicone muffin cups and freezing, you can pop the soup cups out of the molds for storing in a freezer bag. Re-heat and serve when you\u2019ve got comfort food<\/a> on the brain. Recipe and photo: Lucy \/ Supergolden Bakes <\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>RELATED:<\/strong> 9 Single-Serve Dessert Recipes (Microwave Cake Included!)<\/a><\/p>\n

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5.\u00a0Banana Nut Baked Oatmeal Cups
\n<\/a><\/strong>It\u2019s like a bowl of oatmeal in muffin form. These cups contain all of the same fiber-filled goodness, but can easily be eaten with one hand. (No bowl or spoon required!) Make a batch over the weekend, freeze, and reheat for a healthy and filling on-the-go breakfast. Slather on some almond butter or drizzle with maple syrup for an extra special treat. Recipe and photo: Anna \/ Garnish With Lemon<\/em><\/p>\n

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6.\u00a0Egg Muffins with Savory Vegetable-Oatmeal Crust
\n<\/a><\/strong>Fact: Oatmeal doesn\u2019t always have to be sweet. Savory oatmeal<\/a> is a wonderfully delicious trend. Case in point: These hearty oatmeal-egg muffins. Each comes in at just 80 calories, thanks to fiber-rich oats, protein-rich scrambled eggs, and a mixed veggies for added nutrients. Recipe and photo: Taylor \/ Food Faith Fitness<\/em><\/p>\n

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7.\u00a0Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
\n<\/a><\/strong>A few of our favorite superfoods \u2014 chia seeds, walnuts and blueberries \u2014 elevate these oatmeal muffins to \u201cfavorite breakfast\u201d status. Coming in at 130 calories with two grams of fiber and four grams of protein each, these will quickly become your new go-to. Pair with a small protein shake or add a smear of almond butter for a full meal. Recipe and photo: Alexa Schirm \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 10 Oatmeal Recipes Worth Getting Out of Bed For<\/a><\/p>\n

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8.\u00a0Easy Bone Broth Storage
\n<\/a><\/strong>Homemade stock or bone broth<\/a> is an easy way to bring any soup recipe to the next level without too much extra effort, but odds are good you don\u2019t have time to whip up a batch each week. Freezing single servings of broth using a silicone pan or mold means you can store nourishing broth for weeks (or even months). Recipe and photo: Michelle Tam \/ Nom Nom Paleo<\/em><\/p>\n

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9.\u00a0Muffin Tin Meatloaf
\n<\/a><\/strong>Keep a batch of these in the freezer and have a comfort food dinner on the table in minutes. Plus, the recipe comes together from scratch in less than an hour. Serve with mashed cauliflower<\/a> and a green vegetable of your choice for a well-rounded meal. Recipe and photo: Allison \/ Some the Wiser<\/em><\/p>\n

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10.\u00a0100-Calorie Egg Muffins
\n<\/a><\/strong>A gluten-free and low-carb muffin? Count us in! This recipe calls for mixing in shredded carrots, orange peppers, and frozen corn and peas, but you can substitute whichever vegetables you like (kale and sweet potatoes, anyone?). One word to the wise: Liberally grease your muffin tins before baking, or opt for stick-free silicone muffin molds. Recipe and photo: Averie \/ Averie Cooks<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 10 Unexpected Omelet Recipes for Any Time of Day<\/a><\/p>\n

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11.\u00a0Frozen Kale Smoothie<\/a><\/strong> (contacted on 4\/18)
\nWant to work kale into your morning shake? Simply blend a bunch of your favorite greens to make frozen kale pucks. Add a serving to the blender with your favorite smoothie ingredients, or use in other recipes like homemade mac and cheese or a creamy soup. Recipe and photo: Katy \/ All Sorts of Pretty<\/em><\/p>\n

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12.\u00a0Vanilla Blueberry Almond Smoothie Cups
\n<\/a><\/strong>Freeze a batch of this berry-vanilla mixture ahead of time for six pre-made smoothie servings. When hunger hits, drop two frozen pucks in a blender with some extra liquid (water, milk or fruit juice) and blend until smooth. Recipe and photo: Kelly \/ Inspired Edibles<\/em><\/p>\n

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13.\u00a0Muffin Tin Poached Eggs<\/a><\/strong> (emailed 4\/19)
\nNo more swirling a pan of water or corralling egg whites gone rogue! Say hello to the most stress-free way to make poached eggs for a crowd. This protein-rich staple can be ready in less than 20 minutes. Use for more traditional applications (like healthy eggs benedict<\/a>), or hop on the \u201cput-an-egg-on-it\u201d trend and serve atop your favorite grain or legume bowl. Recipe and photo: Cathy \/ Noble Pig<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 6 Grain Bowls That Taste As Good As They Look<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Banana<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a014.\u00a0<\/strong>Flourless Banana Blender Muffins
\n<\/strong><\/a>Protein-rich chickpeas are the secret ingredient in these filling and delicious flourless muffins. A healthy dose of mashed banana and creamy peanut butter add sweetness and nutty flavor. Mix in whatever toppings you like \u2014 we vote for mini chocolate chips! Recipe and photo: Katie \/ Chocolate Covered Katie<\/em><\/p>\n

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15.\u00a0Potato and Pea Samosa Muffins<\/a><\/strong>
\nThese Indian-spiced potato and pea samosa muffins pack in tons of flavor in an easy-to-serve format, without the fried, doughy layer of traditional samosas. Pro tip: Use Red Bliss, Yukon Gold or another waxy potato for the optimal texture. Recipe and photo: Michelle Blackwoodon \/ Healthier Steps<\/em><\/p>\n

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16.\u00a0Zucchini Tots
\n<\/a><\/strong>Craving tater tots? These baked, squash-based bites are a much healthier alternative, thanks to low-calorie zucchini standing in for carb-filled potatoes. Use a standard-sized muffin tin for larger portions, or a mini muffin tin for more tot-sized bites. Recipe and photo: Becky \/ The Two Bite Club<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

From poached eggs to individual oatmeal servings, a muffin tray can serve up so much more than baked goods. Check out these brilliant and healthy muffin tin recipes. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":44,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[423,27,9,427],"tags":[33,204,58,87,341,381],"class_list":["post-49228","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-breakfast","category-healthy","category-recipes","category-snacks","tag-breakfast","tag-cooking","tag-hacks","tag-snacks","tag-tax1living-well","tag-tax2low-carb-diets"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49228","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/44"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=49228"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/49228\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=49228"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=49228"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=49228"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}