The BreadMat

(274 customer reviews)

$17$29

Yes, you can make oval loaves with a round BreadMat. I do it all the time!

The v2, -L, and -C all feature a solid silicone border to strengthen the mat
The v2 is the same size as the Original BreadMat
The -L has longer handles
The -C is cut perfectly for The Challenger Bread Pan

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The BreadMat™ is a reusable parchment paper replacement.

Bake Better Bread

Stop Wasting Paper

Made using LFGB Platinum Silicone (The highest standard in food safe silicone testing)

Which one should you get? Sizing below based on popular vessels:

Vessel BreadMat Size
Lodge 4.5 Qt. Dutch Oven The BreadMat v2
Lodge 6 Qt. Dutch Oven -L or v2
Lodge 7.5 Qt. Dutch Oven The BreadMat-L
Field Company No 10 The BreadMat-L
Challenger Bread Pan The BreadMat-C
Lodge 3.2 Qt. Combo Cooker The BreadMat v2
Le Creuset Bread Oven The BreadMat v2

I cannot recommend the Lodge 5 Qt. Combo Cooker or the Lodge 5qt Dutch Oven as the diameter is too small and the uncoated rough interior can cause wear on the mat which can shorten its longevity. If you already own one of these, I recommend purchasing the Lodge 3.2 Qt. Combo Cooker and using the base of that (which perfectly fits The BreadMat) with the deeper side of the Combo Cooker or Dutch Oven as a lid.

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Description

The BreadMat™ is a reusable parchment paper replacement. It is shaped to fit the majority of popular baking vessels.

Strong handles make moving bread in and out of a hot oven easier and safer than using parchment.

The unique patented design enhances heat distribution, evening color and reducing burns.

It is made from LFGB platinum food-safe silicone and is rated to 500F.

The BreadMat will reduce dark spots and encourage even baking on the bottom of your loaf, but if it still too dark after using The BreadMat, it is recommended to place a heavy baking sheet on the bottom rack of your oven to act as a heat shield to further reduce darkening and to protect your BreadMat from excessive heat.

Return Policy:
Since these are a food contact item, I cannot return opened BreadMats.

The BreadMat is manufactured in China

Additional information

Weight 1 oz
Dimensions 16 × 9 × .1 in
BreadMat Styles and Multi-Packs

v2 – 1 pack, v2 – 2 pack, L (long handles) – 1 pack, L (long handles) – 2 pack, C (challenger) – 1 pack, Original – 1 Pack, Original – 2 Pack

274 reviews for The BreadMat

  1. Abby (verified owner)

    This is a game changer! I bought this after seeing several bakers use it on social media. It is so much sturdier than parchment paper, and it’s the perfect shape to maneuver dough! It also acts as the perfect buffer so my loaves never have burnt bottoms. They are always a lovely golden color and slide right off the mat. I just got a Challenger and cannot wait to buy the Bread Mat-C for larger bakes!! Highly recommend!

  2. Adrian Gresores (verified owner)

    I love my new bread mats! I have been waiting for the mats for the Challenger Bread Pan to be available and bought 2 as soon as they were available. They make the process of loading the Challenger so much easier and safer. I had been sliding the dough into the Challenger with a pizza peel dusted with rice flour. Now, I also don’t have that flour burning in the Challenger. Great product!

  3. Robert L (verified owner)

    I got the version 1 bread mat basically as soon as it came out. I absolutely loved it. Now I could have a way to get my loaves into a screaming hot Dutch oven without risking my fingers or having to make a sling out of parchment. It took the place of parchment and did the job so much better. Now bread releases easily after the bake, doesn’t have pieces of burnt parchment, and doesn’t burn on the bottom (thanks to just a touch extra thickness).

    The only two issues I had were 1) the handles weren’t quite long enough to retrieve the loaf easily and 2) a few edges had barely started to fray, an issue I could see becoming worse. But V2 addressed both of those issues. The -L has handles that make retrieving bread a cinch. And the edges are now sealed so that they won’t fray.

    Not sure why anyone bothers with parchment when this is an option. Buy one now, use it for ages, and enjoy better bread.

  4. Kelson @starteright (verified owner)

    Every now and then a product so revolutionary comes along and shakes the very fabric of the baking world. And that product is The BreadMat!
    The BreadMat not only replaces parchment paper, but it also safely allows you to remove your bread from your Dutch Oven. And just when you thought it was the best, it got even better. Version 1.0 of The BreadMat was already amazing, but 2.0 just made it even better. The added reinforcement around the sides made it not only visually stunning, but more durable that it’ll probably outlast you. Definitely a great gift for any baker.

  5. Shelley Williams (verified owner)

    Love the bread mats! Easy to slip in and out of my Dutch ovens and clean up is a snap. A perfect addition to my sourdough bread making routine.

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