What is the reason that we use paper liners for cupcakes?

• A. so they don't stick and it makes them easy to remove from pan
• B. to ensure even coloring
• C. to add flavor
• D. to increase frosting adhesion

Answer: (A)

Paper liners create a nonstick barrier between the batter and the pan, so the cupcakes lift out cleanly after baking. This prevents sticking, preserves the cupcake crumb, and makes cleanup and pan maintenance much easier. They also help each cupcake keep a uniform shape by containing the batter in its own cup. Liners don’t influence flavor or color, which come from the recipe and the oven, and they aren’t there primarily to improve frosting adhesion.