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Cupcake Insert Dimensions

This page, like most of what you see on these pages, is here by request. Each insert design has been tested 'in the wild' by real bakers using real cupcakes. There are, however, hundreds of different sized cups, pans, and variability when it comes to cupcake sizing. We hope the detailed info you see here helps you choose the perfect cupcake insert!

Special Note: These Should Work for Your Cupcakes As-Is

Every once in a while we'll get a call or an email letting us know something must be wrong with the cupcake inserts because cupcakes are sliding right through the holes. This should never happen. Our cupcake inserts were designed to be the home for cupcakes baked by filling the paper cups 3/4 full with batter.

We've found this to be the most common method of cupcake creation and we built your inserts accordingly. If you still aren't sure which cupcake insert might be right for you, please visit our sample page, pick up some cupcake insert samples, and test the fit of your cupcakes to see what works best!

Detailed Insert Dimensions

Standard Cupcake Insert

7/8" Deep • 2 1/2" Diameter Opening

This is our most popular cupcake insert size, designed to accommodate standard cupcakes baked in regular cupcake liners filled 3/4 full with batter.

The dimensions shown apply to all of our standard cupcake inserts, whether you're ordering singles, 4-count, 6-count, or 12-count holders.

Perfect for: Traditional cupcakes, and standard muffins.

Standard cupcake insert dimensions showing 7/8 inch depth and 2 1/2 inch diameter

Stumpy Standard Cupcake Insert

1/2" Deep • 2 3/8" Diameter Opening

Created by popular request from bakers who needed a shorter standard cupcake insert. The holder platform is shorter and the hole is smaller than our standard insert to provide stability down where a cupcake or muffin is narrower.

This muffin and cupcake holder packaging element took us quite a while to get just right. Thanks to the bakers who developed these with us, they work perfectly with standard-sized cupcakes.

Stumpy standard cupcake insert dimensions showing 1/2 inch depth and 2 3/8 inch diameter

Mini Cupcake Insert

3/4" Deep • 1 3/4" Diameter Opening

Perfect for mini cupcakes and bite-sized treats that need secure, professional presentation. These hole and height is a bit taller than our Skinny Mini Cupcake Insert further down the page.

Ideal for: Mini cupcakes, sweets served in snack cups, and other miniature desserts. Get samples to test the perfect fit!

This smaller cupcake platform ensures your mini treats stay secure during transport while still being easy to remove for serving.

Mini cupcake insert dimensions showing 3/4 inch depth and 1 3/4 inch diameter

Spiky Mini Cupcake Insert

3/4" Deep • 1 3/4" Diameter Opening

Features the same dimensions as our standard mini insert, but with a unique spiky design that provides additional stability and prevents movement during transport.

The spiky points gently grip the cupcake liner, making this ideal for delicate mini cupcakes with intricate decorations or when you need extra security.

Enhanced Stability - Keeps Mini Cupcakes Secure!

Spiky mini cupcake insert dimensions showing 3/4 inch depth and 1 3/4 inch diameter

Skinny Mini Cupcake Insert

5/8" Deep • 1 9/16" Diameter Opening

Important: These are not the same size as a standard mini cupcake insert! That's actually the whole point. The skinny mini has a smaller diameter and shorter depth.

BRP was asked to make a smaller mini cupcake insert for more petite morsels, so we did! Perfect for extra-small mini cupcakes or when you need a tighter fit.

Baker Approved! Baker suggested and tested.

Skinny mini cupcake insert dimensions showing 5/8 inch depth and 1 9/16 inch diameter

Jumbo Cupcake Insert

1 1/16" Deep • 3 3/16" Diameter Opening

Perfect for large cupcakes, oversized muffins, and big treats that need extra space and support. A little shorter with a smaller hole than the Stumpy Jumbo Cupcake Insert below.

Great for: Jumbo cupcakes, large muffins, Texas-sized treats, and specialty oversized baked goods.

The deeper insert and wider opening accommodate bigger baked goods while providing a secure hold during transport.

Jumbo cupcake insert dimensions showing 1 1/16 inch depth and 3 3/16 inch diameter

Stumpy Jumbo Cupcake Insert

5/8" Deep • 3 1/16" Diameter Opening

Bakers asked us to make a tailored Jumbo Cupcake Insert that is a shorter platform with a hole diameter that is a bit smaller than the Standard Jumbo inserts.

BRP is proud to offer this very specific solution for bakers needing something that is hard to find from most suppliers.

Get Samples to Select the Perfect Insert for Your Stumpy Sweets!

Stumpy jumbo cupcake insert dimensions showing 5/8 inch depth and 3 1/16 inch diameter

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