Need a quick substitute for parchment paper in your baking?
We’ve got you covered.
If you don’t have access to parchment paper, though, there are several suitable alternatives.
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Many of these options are quick and easy replacements that you likely already have at home.
Read on below to find the best substitute for your cooking and baking needs.
5 Substitutes for Parchment Paper
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It is durable, nonstick, and oven-safe at high temperatures.
Stick to another alternative for baking.
Wax paper is also microwave-safe.
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This method works for most cases unless you have a particularly sticky ingredient.
For example, the bottoms of cookies might be slightly darker than if using parchment paper.
To replicate the non-stick surface of parchment paper, generously grease a baking sheet with oil or butter.
Do note that a greased baking sheet will require a deeper scrub afterward.
Aluminum Foil with Oil: Good for Baking, Especially at Hotter Temperatures
Max temperature: Very hot!
(1,220F)
Aluminum foil with oilis another good substitute for parchment paper.
As with a greased baking sheet, the fat may subtly impact the way your food cooks.
Additionally, there is a chance that some of the food may stick to the pan.
But a lot of this comes down to preference - you may prefer a crunchier cookie.
And for roasted vegetables, a browner bottom can yield more caramelization and flavor.
Foil also makes agreat pouch for baking fishin the oven.
Nonstick Sheet Pans: Good for Baking
A high-quality nonstick sheet pan is another suitable substitute for parchment paper.
If the sheet pan is truly nonstick, it will be a breeze to clean, too.
Some nonstick sheet pans need an extra oil coating but will still perform better than other sheet pans.
You may need to replace them every couple of years as the nonstick coating wears off.
A nonstick sheet pan is a worthwhile investment, especially for times when you run out of parchment paper.
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