Cleaning Tips for Silicone Baking Molds

Silicone baking molds are really convenient to use, non-stick, easy to demould, and high temperature resistant. They are very suitable for making cakes, cookies, and chocolates. Today we will talk about how to clean silicone baking molds so that they are clean and durable.

1. Wash them first after buying them

No matter how clean the new mold looks, it is recommended to clean it before the first use. Some molds will have a layer of protective oil or dust when they leave the factory. It is best to soak them in warm water with a little neutral detergent, then gently scrub them with a sponge, rinse and dry them.

2. Clean them immediately after each use

When the mold is just used, the oil stains and food residues have not dried up yet, and it is easiest to clean at this time. Just rinse it with warm water, add some detergent, and gently brush it with a soft cloth or soft brush.

3. Tips for degreasing: white vinegar + baking soda

If there are stubborn oil stains on the mold, you can try this method:

Put the mold in warm water;

Add a little white vinegar and sprinkle a little baking soda;

Let it stand for 10 minutes, then scrub it with a sponge;

Rinse it and dry it.

4. Do not use steel wool or hard brushes

Silicone is a soft material. It is easy to scratch the surface of the mold with a hard brush or steel wool. Over time, it will not only look bad, but also breed bacteria.

5. It can be cleaned in a dishwasher

Silicone molds can be cleaned in a dishwasher, but be careful:

Don't squeeze them together, it's easy to not clean them;

It's best to put them on the upper layer, away from the heating rod;

After washing, dry them completely to avoid moisture and bacteria.

6. How to remove odors?

Soak them in lemon water or white vinegar;

Or put them in the oven and bake them at low temperature (about 100°C) for 5 minutes, which will help remove odors;

After drying, store them in a dry and ventilated place.

7. Storage method is also very important.
After washing, do not just pile them in the drawer. Hang them up after drying or put them in a clean and ventilated place.