Having tabs of herby butter available on a whim is a simple process, but if you have a spare ice cube tray on hand, it's even easier -- marking yet another unconventional use for the handy-dandy ...

Transfer browned butter to a second bowl and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes. 3. Whisk 1 1/4 cups sugar and two eggs in a large bowl until thick and creamy, about 1 minute.

Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about 6 Tbsp. per cup; they should be almost completely full). Bake muffins until golden brown and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, 18 ...

Brush the muffin cups lightly with butter. Press the buttered phyllo into 8 of the cups. Repeat with 5 more sheets of phyllo; press those into the second muffin pan. 5.

For a muffin that feels light yet hearty, try these chocolate chip oatmeal ones. The batter ditches the butter and incorporates sour cream instead, mixing it with milk to keep everything moist.