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Kitchen Tip: Lining Pans with Parchment
It’s also great if the pan is vintage (like this one) and you’re not sure if you should be baking on it. The inside has a bit of rust, but it’s a super pretty presentation. There are probably other reasons, but those are the situations I find myself in most often. So here we go…
How to Line a Baking Pan with Parchment:
First, roll out your parchment paper. Place the pan on top and cut out a square (or rectangle…obviously a circle would have a different method) that is about 2 inches larger all around the edges.
Next, cut a two inch slit on each of the four edges of the parchment. This will help the parchment fold neatly inside the pan. I think it helps with the end result of what you’re baking actually maintain neater edges.
Bake per your recipe instructions and then let your final results cool if need be. Then, you can either cut a piece or two out of the pan (look – no sticking!) or lift the entire mass out at once. It’s great to be able to lift it out all at once if you need to cut everything in perfectly even servings, or want to do something like cut with cookie cutters. Viola! Works for me!
Sandra J says
Parachment paper has become my new best friend. I use it when doing ribs or wings as well as when baking. Love, love, love it. Your web site is GreaT.
Jamie | My Baking Addiction says
LOVE this tip…perfect timing for holiday baking!
Barbara Bakes says
I always use parchment for cookies, but never thought to line a pan with it. Great tip!
Dana says
Now, why have I never thought of the cutting the corners trick? I have always liked the idea of lining my pans, but wrestling the paper into the corners always made me crazy. I am totally using this one!
Adelwyn says
Great! How do you do this on a bundt pan? I had a recipe call for it, and I mangled the thing!
Katie says
I honestly haven’t a clue how to do this in a bundt pan. I’ve only ever used this method for rectangular things.
Liz @ Blog is the New Black says
Awesome tip!
LimeCake says
I do this too! It’s fantastic and works everytime!
Lisa says
I too love using parchment paper. I love your baking dish, where did you get it? Best part is no washing dishes! π
Sara Tea says
I would cover pans in gold if it allowed me to not wash dishes π
My Man's Belly says
And no pan to wash when you’re done. WOO HOO!!!
Heather (Heather's Dish) says
i love the effect parchment has on baked goods…they just slide right off!
Cookbook Queen says
What a great idea!! I often use foil for lining pans, but never parchment paper. I love it!!
Kim says
When I discovered parchment, my baking exponentially improved. Those brownies look quite tasty!
bIG bOYS oVEN says
fabulous tips, a must! π
Robyn | Add a Pinch says
Love lining with parchment. That roll of parchment is my friend!
Amanda says
Love the PAN!!! And love the ingredients!! And of course, this tip is wonderful!