USA Pan Bakeware Muffin Pan, 12-Well, Aluminized Steel

I’ve owned a lot of bakeware over the years, but this USA Pan muffin pan completely stands out. The construction is seriously impressive — heavy-duty aluminized steel that feels solid and never warps, even after dozens of uses. It heats evenly, so every muffin comes out perfectly golden on the edges and soft in the middle — no more half-baked centers or overdone bottoms. The nonstick coating is a dream. Muffins just slide right out without having to over-oil the cups or use paper liners (though you still can if you want). Cleanup is ridiculously easy — a quick rinse and wipe, and it looks brand new. The ridged surface also helps prevent sticking and gives the muffins that professional, evenly baked look. It’s a little pricier than your average muffin tin, but you can tell the difference in quality from the very first batch. I’ve used it for cupcakes, egg bites, and even mini cheesecakes, and it’s never failed me once. If you love to bake and want a pan that will last for years, this one’s worth every penny. USA Pan makes professional-grade bakeware, and this muffin pan is no exception.

I bought this pan to make corn bread muffins to keep in the freezer for a "quick bread". My husband eats bread with every evening meal and sometimes we're out of baked bread. I also tend to make Southwestern dishes fairly often with leftovers so there's no advance notice. I just open the frig...see the right leftovers and start cooking. Corn bread muffins to the rescue for the "must have" bread that fits the occasion perfectly. So....I just received this pan a few weeks ago. I've been experimenting with different corn bread muffin recipes so I've already used the pan 4 times. That was enough for me to form an opinion on this item. I love it~ I purchased 500 name brand cup cake liners really cheap here on Amazon so I'll use them for anything I bake in this pan. The instructions on the cardboard sleeve it comes in says it's not recommended to use cooking spray and I'm too lazy to grease each tin individually with butter...lol. There's a learning curve to using this pan. First of all, it really holds heat quite well. It's almost like cooking with cast iron. This is nice solid pan with good weight to it. You have to learn that a little lower heat than listed in the recipe or a little shorter cooking time might be the way to go with some recipes. My muffin recipe called for a 400 degree oven. That was too hot and caused the bottom of the muffins to get too dry before the top of the muffins got that nice golden tinge to them. I use a 375 degree oven and take the muffins out when the toothpick comes out of the center dry instead of judging by the color of the top of the muffin which is a nice rich, deep yellow instead of golden brown. After playing around with a few batches I've got it down pat and produce perfect muffins every time. I'm looking forward to trying other recipes too. This is a nice pan to bake with so I might do a little more baking. Clean up is a breeze too. Any little drips of batter I've baked on comes off with a soft soapy sponge. This is not dishwasher safe.

I’ve always used stainless steel pans but decided to invest in these as aluminum retains its heat better and bakes make evenly. I was not disappointed. One may think these are overpriced for some muffins pans, but they’re well worth their price. My muffin game has levels up since switching to these. They’re just very well made, sturdy/thick, and just no comparison to cheap stainless steel ones. They also wipe out very easily making them super easy to clean.

I love these muffin tins with all my heart! I could not believe how perfect the corn bread muffins came out! No stick, and the perfect size! Cleaning them was so easy and store them is easy too! I was able to make a ton of muffins in less than a few hours!

I’ve used plenty of muffin pans over the years, but the USA Pan 12-Well Muffin Pan stands out as a clear winner. From build quality to performance, it’s obvious this pan was made with serious bakers in mind. Quality & Construction: The aluminized steel feels incredibly sturdy — no flexing, warping, or bending, even at high oven temperatures. The fluted surface design isn’t just for looks; it promotes even baking and better air circulation, ensuring consistent results every time. The overall craftsmanship feels like professional bakeware, not something that will wear out after a few uses. Nonstick Performance: The Americoat nonstick coating is excellent. Muffins and cupcakes pop right out without leaving residue behind, and cleanup is a breeze — usually just a quick wipe or rinse. I also love that the coating is PTFE, PFOA, and BPA free, so I can bake without worrying about harmful chemicals. Baking Results: Muffins come out evenly browned and perfectly shaped every time. No overcooked bottoms, no soggy centers. It’s ideal for both savory and sweet recipes — I’ve made everything from banana muffins to mini quiches, and they’ve all turned out beautifully. Care Tips: It’s worth hand washing to preserve the coating (avoid metal utensils), but that’s a small trade-off for how well it performs. Final Thoughts: If you bake often — or even just occasionally — this pan is worth every penny. It’s durable, reliable, and makes professional-quality muffins at home. I can confidently say it’s the last muffin pan I’ll ever need to buy. ✅ Pros: Heavy-duty aluminized steel Exceptional nonstick surface Even baking results Easy to clean Made in the USA ❌ Cons: A bit pricier than generic pans Not dishwasher safe (recommended hand wash)

Needed to replace my current "non-stick" muffin tin as it wasn't cutting it when baking egg based, savory muffins in it. I own some other bakeware pieces of this brand and have been very happy with them, so got this muffin tin for baking my egg bites and such. Used it this weekend and was extremely impressed with how well it baked (nice even growing) and released my egg bites, absolutely no "stickage' whatsoever. Very easy to handwash, so the fact that it is not recommended to put it in the dishwasher isn't an issue for me. Love that it's made in America and is a family owned business too. As a retired chef, I believe that for the price, quality and longevity this company's bakeware is the best you can buy!

I bought these to replace my old rusty 'non-stick' muffin tins. These tins are high quality and excellent value for the money. These work well and I have had great success with making muffins so far in these pans. They are not skimpy and will make decent size muffins or cupcakes. I made a recipe that was supposed to make 6 muffins but I was only able to fill 5 of these with the batter. They cook evenly and seem to distribute and hold heat well. They are heavy, not flimsy at all. They have a really nice silicone non-stick coating but I still use liners or spray. Due to the coating, they are very easy to clean.

Sturdy Well made Good size Works well