Baking tins

Baking is a precise process and using the right equipment is essential. As a general rule, one should buy the best quality kitchen equipment as it will last longer and provide better economy per use. Using the correct tin or pie dish as specified by the recipe will help you to achieve better results in your baking. Therefore, it is important to consider the quality and durability of a baking pan before you purchase one.

Good quality tins should offer you better value for money as they will often last longer and provide more durable baking equipment. Non-stick tins allow your cakes to be released much more easily and will also be easier to clean. However, always follow the recipe instructions to the letter and grease or line the tins as advised even if they are non-stick.

Tins build up a layer of oil, so don’t panic if they aren’t spotless. They’re not meant to be and they get better with use. Rust, however, is a different matter so clean the pan if it needs it and oil them once or twice a year. Avoid the dishwasher if you want to avoid rust and just clean the pans lightly after use.

When it comes to using cleaning detergents, any detergents used to clean and maintain your tins must be approved for the food industry and accompanied by material safety data sheets which outline how they are to be used, what they contain and what to do in the event of swallowing or exposure.

Different brands offer different benefits with their equipment therefore it is important to use brands that offer you the best outcome for your goal or end product. There are new trends in baking every day so when purchasing new baking tins, take this into consideration.