Abstract: An consumable baking cup for retaining muffin batter during the baking process includes a generally planar base and a continuous upwardly extending side wall. The consumable baking cup will be used in place of a paper or foil liner in a traditional muffin-baking pan. Alternately, the baking cup can be used in a “stand-alone” manner on top of a rigid baking sheet. One embodiment of the baking cup will be utilized for muffin batters. An alternative embodiment of the consumable baking cup for use with more liquid cupcake batter is also provided. The consumable baking cup does not require removal from the baked muffin or cupcake before consumption thereof.