The BreadMat

(229 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 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

229 reviews for The BreadMat

  1. Amy (verified owner) –

    I’ve been using these mats since January. I have a love/hate relationship with them. I love the ease of lifting bread in and out of my Dutch ovens. However, despite following the care instructions to the T, the edges are all frayed. I don’t anticipate them lasting much longer.

    • admin (verified owner) –

      Hey Amy! Just sent you an email. Let’s see if we can figure out what’s going on with your BreadMats. – Mike

  2. Dan Berta (verified owner) –

    Exactly what I was looking for! Going to save a bunch of parchment paper with my 3x a week baking of couple loaves of sourdough. Highly recommend these mats

  3. Kimberly Smith (verified owner) –

    Purchasing The Bread Mat-C was a perfect compliment to my Challenge Bread Pan. I’ve compared using Parchment Paper to the Bread Mat and prefer the Bread Mat. In my experience it overall helped distribute heat on the bottom of my loaf evenly.

  4. James (verified owner) –

    I had started using the Challenger Cast Iron Bread Pan in January 2024. While I was pleased with the results the high heat retention of the pan was resulting in boules and batards with blackened bottoms. Since I started using the silicone bread mat a couple months it is no longer a problem.

  5. RJ –

    I am happy with the bread mats, they have evened out the browning on the bottoms of my loaves.

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