Muffin pan meals: Recipes for sweet and savoury dishes

Taste.com.au Foodies are so in love with a muffin pan that they have started to make all sorts of strange and wonderful things.

You can make potato bakes and cheesecakes. Also, you can make quiches, jellies, cups, or even a chicken meal.

It is likely that you already have it in your kitchen.

These recipes include both sweet and savory choices.

SAVOURY

Muffin pan Irish potato pies

These rustic and hearty pies are full of flavor and perfect for carb lovers. Irish potato pie is usually made in one large tart. We couldn’t resist making these in muffin pans (we say, more crispy crust).

Muffin-pan pizza pies

These muffin-pan pizzas can be frozen and are great for school lunches.

Muffin pan cheddar crumbly puffs

These cheddar cheese bombs are the perfect choice for your next event. They’re coated with crunchy McVities biscuits. These easy-to-make cheesy appetizers can be baked in a flash. You will never stop eating them.

Muffin Pan Mac ‘n’ Cheese Cups

These bright mac ‘n cheese cups will fill up your kids’ lunch boxes. If you cook them in bulk, they can be frozen for three months.

 

Muffin pan cheesy potato fries

What happens when you mix grated potatoes, garlic, cheese, and butter, then bake it until golden brown? The ultimate cheesy, carby comfort food.

Muffin pan cheesy scrolls

Nothing can compare to the aroma of freshly baked bread unless you add herbs and cheese. You can use a single herb or a combination of herbs, depending on what you have available or your taste. All herbs are suitable, including parsley, chives and rosemary. You can freeze any leftover scrolls in an airtight bag for up to two months. Defrost at room temperature, then reheat in an oven. These are great served with soup.

Muffin pan chicken dinner

This is the recipe for you if you like a well-portioned meal! You can easily use your muffin tins to contain all of the ingredients for your complete chicken meal before you pop them into the oven. You can use any vegetables you want, depending on the ones you have.

Easy muffin pan vegie fricos

Frico is a dish that’s typically made in Italy with leftover cheese and potatoes. These mini versions are made in a muffin tin and packed with vegetables. They are great for picnics or lunchboxes.

Crispy veggie muffin-pan fritters

These crispy vegetable cakes, made in a mini muffin pan, will get the kids to eat their vegetables.

Muffin pan sushi cups

Make these adorable sushi-inspired snacks using your muffin pan. How to make these simple, customizable canapes.

Muffin pan prawn frittatas

Marion’s Thai version of the classic frittata is a delicious little package that packs a lot of flavor. The fragrant curry paste and fresh herbs are what give these frittatas their character (and addictiveness). Coconut milk, instead of cream or milk, adds a creamy coconut flavor and is dairy-free.

SWEET

Muffin pan salted Caramilk crackles.

Caramilk is sweet, sticky, and creamy. Shall we continue? It’s chewy, caramel, salty, and easy to make.

Muffin pan Gaytime cheesecakes

These Gaytime cheesecakes in muffin pans require no cooking and will impress your dinner guests or friends at a picnic.

Muffin Pan Lemon Custard Tarts

This version of classic custard pies has a lemony touch and uses a butternut snap cookie packet and muffin pan to make the base.

Apple and custard tarts in a muffin pan

These bite-sized custard pies are easy to make, and they taste great. They will be a hit at your next event.

Muffin pan mango quick-cakes

The mini cakes are easy to mix in a single bowl, so they’re great for when you want something sweet and don’t have time to cook. This recipe is topped with a little extra freeze-dried mango dust to give your taste buds an instant mango kick.

3-ingredient salted caramel cookie cups

Impress your guests with the easiest dessert cups ever.

Neapolitan muffin pan scrolls

Bring the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon and chocolate scrolls into your home. Each scroll is topped with cream cheese and strawberries icing.

Creamy lemon jelly cups

These mini cups can be made with just five simple ingredients. The base of the mini cups is made from a butternut snap biscuit, while the filling is made up of a mixture consisting of cream cheese and jelly.

Pattypan Pineapple lump pies

These pies are perfect for pineapple lump lovers. They’re easy to make and pay tribute to the retro treat. The mini bases consist of softened Choc Ripple cookies, while the filling is cream cheese and jam. Topped with a classic lolly.