Parchment Paper History: How We Got Paper Perfect for Baking

[nerakrose]

Parchment Paper History: How We Got Paper Perfect for Baking

Paper That You Bake

What the heck is parchment paper, where did it come from, and why is it such a prominent baking aid these days? So many questions—here’s my attempt to answer.

Written by Ernie Smith on Nov 21, 2019

In reference to a discussion about parchment paper earlier in the year in this community. US-centric article.

Comments

[writedragon]

Love parchment paper for gf baking, which can sometimes be sticky. I also use a silicone sheet (Silpat), but because those are thicker than paper, the sheet can throw off baking times. I think parchment is a must for gf baking and makes a world of difference (in my experience).

[nerakrose]

I use parchment paper for all baking, not just gf! it's been standard in Europe for decades. I just wanted to link this article because a couple of USians were perplexed about parchment paper (iirc) in a post a fair ways back. :)

[jesse_the_k]

Thanks for this.

Rich history of this handy stuff. I can’t imagine baking without it now. When I’m doing cookies I find he same sheet can last at least 3 trays.

[nerakrose]

yes, totally! this time of year when my mum and i usually do all the cookies for christmas (though not this year as we are in two different countries) we find that we wind up re-using the same sheet at least 5 times before we're done.