Another easy way to do this is to form the silicone mat into a roll, and just drizzle the chocolate (use more than one color for the most effect) over the top of the rolled silicone mat. Food grade silicone makes them safe to use and types labeled “food grade” are the best type of silicone mat to buy if you plant to cook on them. Like I mentioned before, though they are flexible, they are still very delicate objects. To increase the longevity of your mats, you can store them one of two ways: flat, or lightly rolled. Another idea is to lay out candy canes on a mat and then, while the mixture is still warm, wrap it around an upside down shot glass and form the soft peppermint into shape. If you’re tired of wasting all that parchment paper or aluminum foil every time you bake, it’s time to make the switch!

The answers to questions on how to use a Silpat mat are very easy. These are some general care instructions. I have never not been a fan of store bought pizza and find most retail pizzas way too high in calories, so I make my own and slim it down by making various substitutions. This bakeware is certified by the FDA, and can withstand extreme temperatures, from freezing to 400°F. Also, the browned part stays on the potato instead of ripping off onto foil (been there, done that!). They are low calorie, delicious and so easy to do. The oven mats will take heat up to 450 º F, which makes them perfect for stuffed baked potatoes. I love the way macarons turn out using the Silpat silicone baking mat. They give them a beautiful matte round finish to them which makes them look professional, like they came from a commercial bakery.Silicone mats not only like the heat, they are also great for temps as low as -40 º, you will have a great batch of frozen fruit to use in smoothies or fruit popsicles later. Just the mat is all you need for perfect frozen fruit. With some baking mats, you aren’t limited to oven use. You can actually use them in the microwave and freezer. Many are built to handle temperatures all the way down to -40 degrees Fahrenheit, so you can use them in the freezer, as well as the toaster oven and microwave. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat and then either cut the fruit up into chunks or leave it whole (if smallpieces) and place the whole baking sheet in the freezer for a couple of hours. Place the roll with the chocolate on it in the fridge to harden and then remove the pieces in random chunks and use to decorate your favorite baked goods.

These mats are best hand washed, instead of in the dishwasher, although most are labeled dishwasher safeWhen I make fudge, I often like to line the pan it is made i for easy removal of the fudge, but sometimes aluminum foil leaves little bits when it is peeled off. Instead use a silicone baking mat. Form it to the inside of your pan and add the fudge ingredients. Many reviewers enjoy using this large mat on top of their workspace to protect their counters. The standard size measures 27.5 x 20 inches, which won’t fit most baking sheets, but it comes in a variety of sizes for larger or smaller surface areas and baking trays. For domestic cooks, Silpat’s reputation was realised to an international audience when Martha Stewart regularly advised her audience during her television shows “you’re going to need your Silpat after the break!” During a busy shift at work, we would often ignore the care that these mats need. We would toss them in the industry-sized dishwasher, store them improperly, and handle them harshly. It was no wonder that our mats were ripped, torn, and thinly worn out long before they were expected to expire.

Looking for a little more guidance and exact precision to make your pastries even more beautiful? Artisan now offers newer models with helpful measurements written on the surfaces. Versatility: while there’s not much versatility to be had when it comes to a silicone baking mat, those that were able to go in the freezer, microwave and dishwasher scored a few extra points. One of my favorite silicone mat uses is making bread without a baking pan. Crusty home made bread is made for a silicone mat. I just form mine into any kind of loaf that I want it to be (I love the look of free formed crusty bread!) Just make sure that if you use a cookie sheet for your clay, do not use it later for food. For Nail Art: My silpat mat is a bit bigger than my pan, so it forms sides and covers the bottom. Clean up is a breeze with soap and water. (See my recipe for asparagus wrapped in bacon. It’s delicious and cooks really well on a baking mat!) Making Decorative Chocolate drizzles.As the original silicone mat, Silpat is an incredible product of great quality that has been utilized in professional and home kitchens for years. Doing this allows you to use fresh fruit in season to save on money. Try my strawberry frozen yogurt popsicle recipe. The kids will love them this summer. Using parchment paper for chocolate decorations is much more difficult because it’s flimsy, and easily movable which can disturb the design. I much prefer using the Silpat silicone baking mat. Not all baking mats are the same. Some have no markings at all, and some are imprinted with markings that make cooking making a breeze.

Speaking of multiple uses, these mats have a seriously long lifespan. Seriously! When maintained properly (we’ll discuss proper care in the section below), they can be used thousands of times. Silpat silicone baking mats are one of the most durable, long lasting, temperature withstanding silicone mats available. They are professional grade quality with many bakeries choosing to bake with Silpat silicone baking mats. The toaster oven size (7 7/8 x 10 7/8 inches) and petite jelly roll size (8 1/4 inches x 11 3/4 inches) both fit a quarter-sheet pan which fits some of the larger countertop ovens like the Breville Smart Oven Air. Place the whole baking sheet in the fridge to harden. Once the icing has cooled, remove the shapes from the Silpat mat by peeling them off the silicone.Use the right baking mat for your purpose. For example, when cooking in a microwave, use the octagonal mat instead of the rectangular one, and never cut the mat. There may still be a film of oiliness on the surface, even after you clean it – this is completely normal with the silicone material, so don’t be concerned if, despite that long soapy soak you gave it, it still feels a little oily. Storing To guarantee we maintain full control over production quality, Silpat has chosen to never outsource the manufacturing of its cookware. Our story began in the Somme and continues today in Wavrin, near Lille. You'll work wonders