Cupcake Liners & Baking Cups

Cupcake Liners & Baking Cups for Every Occasion

The right cupcake liners do more than stop your bakes from sticking — they set the tone for the whole presentation. From sleek black paper cups for a sophisticated dessert table to pastel foil cases for a baby shower, the style you choose matters. At Baking Pleasures, we stock a wide range of baking cups, cupcake cases, and muffin liners from trusted brands including Bloom, Nordic Paper, and Cake Craft — with bulk packs available for bakeries and busy home bakers alike.

Types of Baking Cups & Cupcake Liners

Paper Baking Cups

Paper baking cups are the classic, versatile choice — available in a huge range of colours and styles to suit any occasion. Our Nordic Paper and Cake Craft ranges offer vibrant, consistent colour that holds up during baking and looks great on a cupcake stand. Paper cupcake cases are easy to use, disposable, and ideal for large batches where quick clean-up matters.

Foil Baking Cups

For a premium, eye-catching finish, foil baking cups add a metallic shimmer that instantly elevates your presentation. Available in gold, silver, rose gold, and more, they're a popular choice for weddings, anniversaries, and formal celebration bakes. Foil cups are also sturdier than paper, meaning they can hold their shape without a muffin tin in some applications.

Greaseproof Baking Cups

Our greaseproof baking cups are a practical workhorse for everyday baking. They resist oil and moisture far better than standard paper, which means no greasy patches showing through the sides — your baked goods look clean and professional every time. Available in brown, white, pink, navy, powder blue, red, and yellow, in both standard and large sizes, with bulk packs of 500 for high-volume baking.

Mini Baking Cups

Perfect for petit fours, mini muffins, bite-sized brownie bites, and dessert platters, our mini baking cups come in the same range of colours and materials as our standard cups. The #360 size (30mm base, 23mm wall) fits standard mini muffin pans and is available in paper, foil, and greaseproof options.

Muffin Liners & Muffin Cases

Our standard-size muffin liners — the #550 size (50mm base, 35mm wall) — fit most standard muffin tins perfectly. They come in a wide range of colours and finishes, so you're not limited to plain brown or white. Available in paper and greaseproof styles, individually and in bulk packs.

Baking Cup Sizes — What Do the Numbers Mean?

Our baking cup sizing follows a standard Australian numbering system:

• #360 (Mini) — 30mm base, 23mm wall. Fits mini muffin and petit four tins.
• #398 / #408 (Small) — Slightly larger than mini, ideal for smaller cupcakes and portions.
• #550 (Standard) — 50mm base, 35mm wall. Fits most standard cupcake and muffin tins.
• #700 (Large) — Suits larger muffin tins and Texas-style muffin pans.

Bulk Cupcake Liners for Bakeries & High-Volume Baking

Running a cake business or baking for a large event? Our bulk cupcake liners — available in packs of 200 and 500 — keep your costs down without compromising on quality. Greaseproof bulk packs are particularly popular with professional bakers for their clean finish and resistance to oil bleed-through. Fast Australia-wide delivery makes restocking easy.

Themed Cupcake Cases for Special Occasions

Themed and seasonal cupcake cases are a simple way to bring a celebration to life. Our Bloom range features pastel mixes, rose gold, gold, silver, and black options that suit everything from baby showers and gender reveals to weddings, birthdays, and Christmas baking. Mix and match colours to create a cupcake tower that looks like it came from a professional bakery.

FAQs About Cupcake Liners & Baking Cups

What is the difference between cupcake liners and baking cups?

They're essentially the same thing — the terms are used interchangeably. "Cupcake liners" or "cupcake cases" tend to be the more common terms in home baking, while "baking cups" is often used in professional and wholesale contexts. Both refer to the paper or foil cups used to hold cupcake or muffin batter during baking.

Are paper cupcake liners better than foil?

It depends on the occasion. Paper liners are more affordable, come in a wider range of colours and prints, and are the everyday go-to. Foil liners are sturdier, more visually striking, and better suited for formal events. Greaseproof paper liners are the best choice when you want a clean, oil-free finish on the outside of the cup.

Do cupcake liners need to be greased?

Standard paper liners generally don't need greasing. If you're using a low-fat recipe or find baked goods sticking, a light spray of non-stick cooking spray inside the liner can help. Greaseproof liners are specifically designed to resist sticking and oil bleed-through without any greasing needed.

Can you bake directly in baking cups without a tin?

Yes — sturdier paper and foil baking cups can hold their shape on a flat baking tray without a muffin tin. This works best with thicker batters. Thinner batters may need the support of a tin. Check individual product listings for guidance on whether freestanding baking is recommended.

Why do muffins sometimes stick to paper liners?

This usually comes down to insufficient fat in the recipe, or removing the muffins too early while still hot. Let your baked goods cool for at least 10 minutes in the tin before removing, and choose a recipe with a good fat content. If sticking is a recurring issue, switch to greaseproof baking cups — they significantly reduce the likelihood of sticking.

Do you sell bulk baking cups?

Yes — we stock bulk cupcake liners and baking cups in packs of 200 and 500. Browse the greaseproof range for the best bulk value, available in white, brown, pink, navy, powder blue, red, and yellow.