Baking molds cannot rely on aluminum material to improve thermal conductivity

Nowadays, more and more baking enterprises have realized how to set high standards for themselves in terms of material hardening, surface treatment, functional durability, and safety, so as to make the products they produce more standardized.

Most chefs tend to focus solely on the ingredients during the baking process, often neglecting the choice of molds. Nowadays, there are numerous so-called non-stick molds on the market, but their manufacturing materials often fail to meet food-grade standards. Not only do they fail to comply with food safety and hygiene regulations, but they are also prone to oxidation and detachment during the baking process, resulting in aluminum shavings remaining on the baked goods. Long-term consumption of food with excessive aluminum content can lead to Alzheimer's disease. Therefore, please exercise caution when purchasing molds and try to opt for reputable brands with guaranteed quality.

Baking molds: choose aluminum materials with caution

It is understood that some domestic bakery operators often adopt cost-saving and crude production processes or use raw materials that do not meet food hygiene standards, such as galvanized sheets and lead-coated sheets, to make baking molds, in order to meet consumers' demands for low prices.

Baking molds should not rely on aluminum materials to enhance thermal conductivity

According to industry insiders, most baking utensils are made of aluminum due to its excellent thermal conductivity. However, ordinary aluminum molds are made of pure aluminum or recycled aluminum scraps, which are relatively soft, not wear-resistant, scratch-resistant, or corrosion-resistant. During use, they are prone to oxidation and detachment, leaving aluminum shavings on food, which is detrimental to human health in the long run.

In addition to raw materials, craftsmanship is also a major factor affecting the mold industry. The development of the baking industry abroad has a long history, and it excels in both scale and skill. "The main reason is that the degree of mechanization is relatively high, quality control is more mature, and the requirements for product robustness and other aspects are higher," said the relevant person in charge of the Baking Food Industry Association. Taking silicone molds as an example, because foreign companies adopt pure liquid silicone molding processes, they are superior to domestic products in terms of product fullness and safety.

Baking enterprises have enhanced their safety awareness

According to industry insiders, more and more baking enterprises are now aware of how to set high standards for themselves in terms of material hardening, surface treatment, functional durability, and safety, so as to produce more standardized products.

It can be predicted that China's baking industry will no longer be an independent manufacturing sector, but will gradually evolve into a baking industry chain similar to those in mature markets such as Europe, America, and Japan. It will integrate upstream with agriculture and animal husbandry, and extend downstream to individual consumers, forming a complete cross-industry industrial chain.

Life tips: How to use molds

New molds usually have a layer of protective oil, which is industrial oil. For the sake of health, boil them in water before use and then clean them with detergent before use.

2. Regardless of the mold, it is recommended to apply a thin layer of butter before baking the cake, followed by sprinkling some high-gluten flour, or lining the inside of the mold with parchment paper. This will prevent the baked cake from sticking.

When using a cookie cutter to make cookies, first place the cutter on the flour, then press down on the dough. The pressed cookie dough will be easy to remove.

When baking small snacks, you should also coat the baking tray with a layer of oil or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

If you don't bake frequently, you might consider purchasing tin foil molds or paper molds. They make great gifts for friends.

After using and cleaning the mold, make sure to dry or wipe off any water stains, otherwise it is prone to rusting.