All About Pan Liners for Baking

Baking Pan Liners are a kitchen necessity. You need them for baking batches of cookies, cakes, rolls, and even macarons! When it comes to food preparation, pan liners are topnotch for baking cookies to baking a whole chicken or even a whole turkey. We've covered the different types of baking sheets and pans to help you decide which one best suits your baking needs.

Choosing The Best Baking Pan Liners

Disposable vs Reusable Pan Liners

Choosing the best type of pan liners for your baked goods depends on cost, time, and use. Disposable Pan Liners can be Reusable up to 5 times which helps lower replacement costs and saves you money. They can also be baked foods or used as a deli wrap. Reusable Pan Liners on the other hand are perfect for ethical bakers or for commercial baking where you prepare huge amounts of baked goods. Since they are reusable, they would cost lower in the long run.

Choosing Disposable Pan Liners

Material, Cost, and Uses

There is an extensive range of disposable paper pan liners to choose from when making baked goods and meals. In food services, paper pan linings for baking sheets are easier to use. Flat packs are convenient when cooking pancakes because they lay flat in the skillet. Here are things to consider when purchasing Disposable Pan Liners

• Material: Some are treated with different types of non-stick coating to resist grease and moisture. These make them great for withstanding temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204.4°C)
• Baking Cost: Economy options are available if you will only be using them from time to time. They also come in a variety of sizes such as full sheets, half sheets, and quarter sheets.
• Uses: Make sure to use the pan liner that is appropriate for the type of food you will be making. Some are suitable for foods such as cinnamon rolls or donuts or low-fat and high-sugar baking and doughy foods because they resist grease.

Types of Disposable Baking Pan Liners

Here are some examples of disposable pan liners that are available:

• Quilon Coated Pan Liners: Its non-stick coating resists grease
• Dry Wax Paper Pan Liners: They come in shapes that make them ideal for round cake pans for single-use baking
• Silicone Coated Pan Liners: They have a stronger release which makes them suitable for freezer use because it creates a barrier for freezer burn
• EcoCraft Bake 'N' Reuse Pan Liners: Are made from unbleached, 100% biodegradable cellulose fibers with a chromium-free release

Model Featured: Matfer Bourgeat 320231

Reusable Baking Pan Liner

Reusable pans offer an environmentally friendly alternative to disposables. They're also cheaper than their disposable counterparts. The types of Reusable pan liners include fiberglass silicone, Perforated fiberglass silicone, and Teflon bakeware linings.

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Fiberglass Silicone Baking Liners

• Extremely versatile: perfect for baking and freez­ing anything (withstanding temps ranging from -40F° to 480° F).
• It’s also ideal for rolling out fondants and doughs because it has the excellent non-stick release and non-skid properties.
• This coating makes for an excellent heat conductor and durable product
• A must-have kitchen tool for making extra sticky foods like toffee and nut brittle
• Typically lasts 3000-5000 standard baking
• Oven browning is slightly slower than parchment so they're ideal for making delicate cookies such as French macarons.

Model Featured: Matfer Bourgeat 320412, Matfer Bourgeat 321000

Perforated Fiberglass Silicone Baking Mats

• Microperforated materials provide additional air flow and optimal browning, which makes them ideal for eclairs, cream puffs, and croissants
• Soggy baked goods and crispy bottoms are prevented by perforations.
• Typically lasts 3000-5000 bakes
• PFOA-free and FDA-approved
• Can withstand extreme cold (-40 degrees F) to extremely hot (500 degrees F).
• Silicone coating makes fiberglass weave durable and heat resistant

Model Featured: Matfer Bourgeat 321012

Teflon Baking Liners:

• Triple coated non-stick surface makes clean up a breeze; eliminates the need for scrubbing
• Lasts up to 100 bakes: replaces parchment paper with an economical reusable liner
• Perfect for freezing and baking A-Z (Temperature range of -100 to 550 degrees Fahrenheit)
• These mats for baking come in a variety of sizes. From half size, full size, and rolls that can be cut to any size for a custom fit

Model featured: Merrychef USA 40C1218 

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