A silicone baking mat is a sheet of food-grade silicone, usually built around a fiberglass mesh, that turns a bare sheet pan into a nonstick surface you can wash and use again. In a bakery it sits under trays of polvorones and conchas, under piped meringues and choux, and under anything sticky enough to weld itself to parchment: caramel, candied nuts, cajeta-glazed cookies.
Our baking pan liners guide already covers parchment and the common half-sheet mats from OXO, Amazon Basics and Mrs. Anderson’s. This guide goes further: the Silpat that restaurant pastry kitchens grew up with, quarter-sheet and jelly-roll sizes for small pans, commercial full-sheet mats, and the large counter mats used for rolling pastry and tortilla dough. Nine mats, each with the size, core, heat limit and care its maker states.
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Quick verdict: which silicone baking mat to buy
The best silicone baking mat is still the Silpat: America’s Test Kitchen named it a co-winner of its silicone baking mat review and calls it the gold standard in many restaurant kitchens. The full-size Silpat is the one in stock as we write; it fits an 18 x 26-inch commercial sheet pan. For half-size ovens and small pans, the Mrs. Anderson’s quarter-size set (glass-fiber core, rated to 480°F) is the sensible buy, and for rolling out dough on the counter, the OXO pastry mat prints the circles and conversions right on the surface.
Five silicone mats compared
Our five standout mats, one for each kind of baker. All nine are reviewed in full below.
| Silicone mat | Best for | Size | Max temp (stated) | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Silpat Full-Size Baking MatBest overall
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Full sheet pans, big batches | 16½ x 24½ in | 500°F (Silpat) | View on Amazon |
Mrs. Anderson’s Quarter-Size Mats, Set of 2Best quarter-sheet
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Toaster ovens, small batches | 8½ x 12 in, two mats | 480°F | View on Amazon |
OXO Good Grips Silicone Pastry MatBest for rolling dough
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Pie crust, cookie and tortilla dough | 17.58 x 24.58 in | Not stated (counter mat) | View on Amazon |
Fat Daddio’s Quarter Sheet Silicone MatHighest stated heat limit
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Hot ovens, small pans | 8½ x 11 in | 550°F | View on Amazon |
New Star Foodservice Full-Size Silicone MatRestaurant-supply full sheet
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Second full-sheet mat | 17 x 25 in | Not stated | View on Amazon |
Product images from Amazon. Sizes and heat limits are as each maker or listing states them; check the listing before you buy.
Our picks for the best silicone baking mat, quarter sheet to full sheet
These nine run from small quarter-sheet mats to commercial full-sheet mats and large counter mats for rolling dough. Each pick lists the size, core, stated heat limit, markings and care the maker or listing gives, with one honest reason to skip it. Where a detail is not stated, we say so rather than guess.
1. Silpat Full-Size Baking Mat – The Restaurant Standard, Sized for Sheet Pans
Silpat calls itself the original nonstick baking mat, and it is still the benchmark. America’s Test Kitchen named the Silpat a co-winner of its silicone baking mat review, calling it “the gold standard in many restaurant kitchens”: it browned food well, released everything easily, stayed put thanks to its weight and was dishwasher-safe, which reduced the buildup of oils and odors over time.
ATK reviewed the half-sheet Silpat, which is out of stock on Amazon as we write. The size that is in stock is the commercial one, 16½ x 24½ inches, made to sit inside a full 18 x 26-inch sheet pan. The listing describes it as fiberglass and food-grade silicone, NSF and kosher certified, safe in ovens, freezers and microwaves, and says to clean it with a soft sponge under hot water. Silpat’s other full-size listing states a range of -40°F to 500°F.
A full sheet pan is a restaurant size, so check that your oven takes an 18 x 26-inch pan before you buy. If it does, this mat holds a full tray of polvorones or a sheet of piped meringues. ATK also notes that the maker, Demarle, has recently gone out of business, so stock may not last.
Why we like it
- Co-winner of ATK’s silicone baking mat review.
- Fiberglass core in food-grade silicone, per the listing.
- Fits a full 18 x 26-inch sheet pan.
- NSF and kosher certified, per the listing.
Key specifications
| Model | 80-420620 |
|---|---|
| Size | 16½ x 24½ in (full sheet) |
| Core | Fiberglass |
| Max temp (stated) | 500°F, per Silpat’s full-size listing |
| Markings | None stated |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated on this listing; ATK found the half-sheet Silpat dishwasher-safe |
| Pieces | 1 |
Why we recommend it
It suits bakers with a large oven or a full sheet pan who want the mat ATK calls the gold standard in restaurant kitchens, in the size those kitchens use.
Skip it if your oven only takes half sheet pans; this mat is far too big for them.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The best-known mat in professional kitchens.
- Strong independent review behind the brand.
- Oven, freezer and microwave safe.
Cons
- Full-sheet only on Amazon right now.
- ATK reports the maker has gone out of business.
- No printed guides for spacing cookies.
2. Mrs. Anderson’s Quarter-Size Mats, Set of 2 – Two Small Mats for Small Pans
Mrs. Anderson’s half-sheet mat shared the top spot with Silpat in America’s Test Kitchen’s review, performing “identically” to it. This is the same construction cut down for quarter sheet pans: silicone with natural glass fibers for even heat transfer, according to the listing, in a set of two mats measuring 8½ x 12 inches each.
Mrs. Anderson’s says each mat fits a standard 9½ x 13-inch baking sheet and holds 12 two-inch or 10 two-and-a-half-inch cookies. That is the right size for a toaster oven, a small batch of polvorones, a few roasted chiles, or a tray of nuts you are candying. The listing rates the mats from -40°F to 480°F and calls them dishwasher safe.
One note on care: ATK found the half-sheet Mrs. Anderson’s model was not dishwasher-safe and held more grease and odor over time than the Silpat. This quarter-size listing says dishwasher safe, so follow the instructions in the box, and wash with hot soapy water when the mat starts to feel tacky.
Why we like it
- Same maker as ATK’s co-winning mat.
- Glass-fiber core, per Mrs. Anderson’s.
- Two mats per set.
- Rated to 480°F.
Key specifications
| Model | 60014/2 |
|---|---|
| Size | 8½ x 12 in each (quarter sheet) |
| Core | Natural glass fiber |
| Max temp (stated) | 480°F |
| Markings | None stated |
| Dishwasher-safe | Yes, per the listing |
| Pieces | 2 |
Why we recommend it
It suits anyone who bakes in small batches or in a toaster oven and wants mats from a maker with a strong independent review behind its full-size model.
Skip it if you bake mostly on half sheet pans; the mats will leave most of the pan bare.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Two mats for two small pans.
- Cookie counts stated by the maker.
- Oven and freezer safe.
Cons
- Too small for a standard half sheet.
- ATK found the half-sheet model held odors without a dishwasher.
3. OXO Good Grips Silicone Pastry Mat – Circles and Conversions on the Mat
A pastry mat is a different tool from a baking mat. It stays on the counter, where it grips the surface and gives you a nonstick place to roll out pie crust, cookie dough or empanada dough without flouring the whole counter. OXO’s version measures 17.58 x 24.58 inches, according to the listing, which is big enough for a 12-inch crust with room to spare.
The useful part is the printing. OXO lists dough-diameter outlines, so you can roll to the size your pie plate needs, plus unit conversions and ingredient substitutes, and a border that works as a ruler in inches or centimeters. OXO describes the silicone as non-slip and food-safe and says the mat protects the countertop.
The listing does not give a heat limit or say the mat can go in the oven, so treat it as a counter mat and keep a separate baking mat for the pan. Dishwasher care is not stated either; a wipe with warm soapy water and a full dry before rolling it up is the safe routine.
Why we like it
- Printed dough circles for sizing crusts.
- Ruler border in inches and centimeters.
- Non-slip silicone that grips the counter, per OXO.
- Large 17.58 x 24.58-inch work area.
Key specifications
| Model | 11211300 |
|---|---|
| Size | 17.58 x 24.58 in |
| Core | Not stated |
| Max temp (stated) | Not stated; sold as a counter mat |
| Markings | Dough circles, conversions, substitutions, ruler border |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated |
| Pieces | 1 |
Why we recommend it
It suits bakers who roll dough often and want the sizes and conversions in front of them while they work.
Skip it if you want one mat for both rolling and baking; OXO does not state an oven rating for it.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Clear guides printed on the surface.
- Stays put on the counter.
- Easy to roll up and store.
Cons
- No stated oven use.
- Care instructions not on the listing.
4. Fat Daddio’s Quarter Sheet Silicone Mat – Rated for the Hottest Oven
Fat Daddio’s makes bakeware for home and commercial kitchens, and this mat is sized for its own quarter sheet pan (SP-QTR). It measures 11 x 8½ inches. The listing describes it as platinum silicone and gives the widest temperature range in this guide, -40°F to 550°F.
That higher ceiling matters if you roast vegetables or bake flatbreads in a very hot oven. Fat Daddio’s adds two cautions: don’t set the mat directly on the oven rack, which can discolor it, and don’t use sharp utensils or knives on it. Beyond baking, the maker suggests it for sticky jobs like taffy and caramel, for rolling pastry, for flash-freezing, or as a liner on the floor of the microwave. It is listed as dishwasher safe.
The listing does not say whether there is a fiberglass core. If you want the classic glass-fiber construction, the Mrs. Anderson’s quarter-size set is the alternative.
Why we like it
- Stated range of -40°F to 550°F.
- Sized for Fat Daddio’s quarter sheet pans.
- Dishwasher safe, per the listing.
- Made for home and commercial kitchens, per Fat Daddio’s.
Key specifications
| Model | SM-QTR |
|---|---|
| Size | 11 x 8½ in (quarter sheet) |
| Core | Not stated; platinum silicone |
| Max temp (stated) | 550°F |
| Markings | None stated |
| Dishwasher-safe | Yes, per the listing |
| Pieces | 1 |
Why we recommend it
It suits cooks who run small pans in a hot oven and want the highest stated heat limit among these mats.
Skip it if you need two mats or a half-sheet size; this is a single quarter-sheet mat.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Highest stated heat rating here.
- Goes in the dishwasher.
- Useful for candy work and freezing.
Cons
- Core construction not stated.
- Must sit in a pan, not on the rack.
5. New Star Foodservice Full-Size Silicone Mat – A Restaurant-Supply Full Sheet
This is New Star Foodservice’s commercial-grade, full-size pan liner: 17 x 25 inches for an 18 x 26-inch sheet pan. The listing calls it commercial grade and NSF certified for food contact, and notes corner cutouts that make it easier to lift out of the pan.
It is a sensible second full-sheet mat next to a Silpat, or a first one if the Silpat is gone. A kitchen that bakes conchas or sheet cookies in volume needs more than one mat, because a mat has to cool before the next tray goes on it. New Star also makes the same mat in quarter, half and two-thirds sizes, according to the listing.
The listing is thinner on detail than the others. It says the mat withstands “extreme temperatures” for baking and freezing but gives no number, and it does not say whether there is a fiberglass core. Clean-up is warm water and soap. If you need a stated heat limit, check the box before you put it under a very hot oven.
Why we like it
- Full-size 17 x 25-inch mat.
- NSF certified, per the listing.
- Corner cutouts for lifting.
- Same mat sold in four sizes.
Key specifications
| Model | 36596 |
|---|---|
| Size | 17 x 25 in (full sheet) |
| Core | Not stated |
| Max temp (stated) | Not stated |
| Markings | None stated |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated; warm water and soap |
| Pieces | 1 |
Why we recommend it
It suits bakers with a full-size oven who need a second or third full-sheet mat from a restaurant-supply brand.
Skip it if you want a stated heat limit and core on the listing; the Silpat gives both.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Fits a commercial full sheet pan.
- NSF certified.
- Corner cutouts make removal easier.
Cons
- No heat limit given.
- Core not described.
- Needs an oven that takes a full sheet pan.
6. Mrs. Anderson’s Jelly Roll Mat – Made for 10 x 15-Inch Pans
A jelly roll pan, about 10 x 15 inches, sits between a quarter sheet and a half sheet, and a half-sheet mat will curl up its sides. Mrs. Anderson’s makes a mat sized for it: 9½ x 14⅜ inches, to fit a standard 10¼ x 15¼-inch jelly roll pan. It holds 15 two-inch or 12 two-and-a-half-inch cookies, according to the maker.
Construction matches the brand’s other mats: food-grade silicone reinforced with natural glass fibers, oven and freezer safe up to 480°F. The obvious job is the thin sponge for a rolled cake, but the size also suits a modest tray of cookies, roasted vegetables or a small pizza.
Mrs. Anderson’s lists it as dishwasher safe and says to store it flat or rolled. Its care notes are worth following on any mat: don’t grease it, fold it or cut on it, and keep knives, scrapers, brushes and cutters off the surface.
Why we like it
- Sized for standard jelly roll pans.
- Glass-fiber core, per Mrs. Anderson’s.
- Rated to 480°F.
- Dishwasher safe, per the listing.
Key specifications
| Model | 60003 |
|---|---|
| Size | 9½ x 14⅜ in (jelly roll) |
| Core | Natural glass fiber |
| Max temp (stated) | 480°F |
| Markings | None stated |
| Dishwasher-safe | Yes, per the listing |
| Pieces | 1 |
Why we recommend it
It suits bakers who own a jelly roll pan and want a mat that lies flat in it instead of riding up the sides.
Skip it if your pans are standard half sheets; it will leave a bare border.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Fits a size most mats ignore.
- Clear cookie counts from the maker.
- Glass-fiber construction.
Cons
- One mat only.
- Pan sizes vary; measure yours first.
7. Nordic Ware Deluxe Silicone Mat – A Half-Sheet Mat from a Pan Maker
Nordic Ware also makes half sheet pans, and this mat is sized for standard half sheets. The listing gives a cooking surface of 16 x 11 inches and describes a fiber mat encapsulated in food-grade silicone. It is rated to 450°F, and Nordic Ware says not to expose it to open flame or use it under the broiler.
We include it as the half-sheet option because the mats our pan liners guide already covers, from OXO, Amazon Basics and Mrs. Anderson’s, are reviewed there. America’s Test Kitchen reviewed a Nordic Ware Deluxe silicone mat (its model 1041, which may differ from this listing’s 02113) and recommended it with reservations: it made great food and released it easily, but it was a little undersized, leaving a border of bare pan, and it had to be washed by hand, so grease and odors built up over time.
Nordic Ware recommends storing it flat or rolled and not cutting on it. Dishwasher use is not stated on the listing.
Why we like it
- Fits standard half sheets, per Nordic Ware.
- Fiber core inside the silicone.
- ATK found it released food easily.
Key specifications
| Model | 02113 |
|---|---|
| Size | 16 x 11 in cooking surface (half sheet) |
| Core | Fiber mat encapsulated in silicone |
| Max temp (stated) | 450°F; no broiler or open flame |
| Markings | None stated |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated; ATK hand-washed its tested model |
| Pieces | 1 |
Why we recommend it
It suits bakers who already use Nordic Ware half sheets and want a mat from the same maker.
Skip it if you want edge-to-edge coverage; ATK found its tested Nordic Ware mat slightly small for a standard sheet.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Made for common half sheet pans.
- Fiber-reinforced construction.
- Easy release, per ATK.
Cons
- Lowest stated heat limit here.
- ATK found it undersized and hand-wash only.
8. Silpat Roul’Pat Countertop Mat – A Plain Silpat Surface for Rolling
The Roul’Pat is Silpat’s counter mat: a 23 x 15-inch sheet for rolling and shaping dough, made by the same company as the baking mat. Silpat describes it as a silicone-coated roll-up mat with a nonstick surface for messy work, durable and reusable many times over.
The version in stock is the “No Serigraphy” model, which, going by the title, has no printed markings. Oddly, the listing’s bullet points still mention dimensions and rulers as guides, so if printed guides matter to you, the OXO pastry mat is the safer choice. A plain surface has one advantage: nothing to wear off or stain, and nothing distracting when you are working laminated dough or shaping bolillos.
The listing does not give a heat limit, a core or care instructions. Treat it as a counter mat: wipe it with warm soapy water, dry it well and roll it for storage.
Why we like it
- Made by Silpat, the original mat maker.
- Nonstick work surface for sticky dough.
- Rolls up to store.
Key specifications
| Model | AD620420-01 |
|---|---|
| Size | 23 x 15 in |
| Core | Not stated; silicone coated |
| Max temp (stated) | Not stated; sold as a counter mat |
| Markings | None, per the title (“No Serigraphy”) |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated |
| Pieces | 1 |
Why we recommend it
It suits bakers who want a plain, Silpat-made rolling surface and don’t need printed guides.
Skip it if you want measurements on the mat; the listing’s own details conflict on that point.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Silpat build quality.
- Clean, unprinted surface.
- Compact when rolled.
Cons
- Smaller than the OXO mat.
- Heat limit and care not stated.
- Listing is unclear about markings.
9. Wilton Silicone Baking Mat – Cut for Wilton Cookie Pans
Wilton has made baking and decorating supplies since 1929, and this mat is cut to fit its 10¼ x 16-inch cookie pan, a size between a jelly roll pan and a half sheet. The listing rates it to 500°F and describes a nonstick silicone surface for easy release and quick cleanup.
That is most of what the listing says. It does not mention a fiberglass core, markings or dishwasher use; Wilton’s care note is to wash the mat in warm soapy water before the first use and after each use. If you already bake on Wilton’s cookie pans, it is the mat that will fit them without curling. If you don’t, a mat sized to your own pans is the better buy.
Why we like it
- Fits a 10¼ x 16-inch cookie pan.
- Rated to 500°F, per the listing.
- Simple care from Wilton.
Key specifications
| Model | 2105-5450 |
|---|---|
| Size | Fits 10¼ x 16-in cookie pan |
| Core | Not stated |
| Max temp (stated) | 500°F |
| Markings | None stated |
| Dishwasher-safe | Not stated; warm soapy water |
| Pieces | 1 |
Why we recommend it
It suits bakers with Wilton’s 10¼ x 16-inch cookie pans who want a mat that lies flat in them.
Skip it if your pans are another size; the mat’s dimensions are its main selling point.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Matches a common Wilton pan.
- 500°F stated limit.
- Widely recognized brand.
Cons
- Few details on the listing.
- Odd size for other pans.
How to choose a silicone baking mat for your pans
Size first, then everything else. America’s Test Kitchen found that the mats it reviewed performed similarly, so size and fit made the real difference. A standard half sheet pan has a cooking surface of about 16½ x 11½ inches, according to ATK, and mats close to that size worked best. Shorter mats wasted space; longer ones curved up at the edges and warped the cookies baked on them. Measure the inside floor of your pan, not the rim.
Know the sheet sizes. A full sheet pan is 18 x 26 inches and takes a mat of about 16½ x 24½ inches. A half sheet is 13 x 18 inches and takes about 11⅝ x 16½. A quarter sheet is 9½ x 13 and takes about 8½ x 12. Jelly roll pans, roughly 10 x 15, need their own size. Full sheets are a restaurant size, so check your oven before you buy one.
Fiberglass core. Most proper baking mats are silicone around a woven fiberglass mesh. Silpat and Mrs. Anderson’s both say the glass fiber helps spread heat evenly. Weight matters too: a heavier mat stays put: ATK found mats weighing over 100 grams stayed flat in the pan when spreading batters, where light parchment lifted. Counter pastry mats are often plain silicone, which is fine for rolling but not a substitute for a baking mat.
Heat limit. Go by what the maker states. In this guide that runs from 450°F (Nordic Ware) through 480°F (Mrs. Anderson’s) and 500°F (Silpat, Wilton) to 550°F (Fat Daddio’s). Most baking happens well below 450°F, but if you roast vegetables or bake flatbreads in a very hot oven, buy a mat rated above that temperature. Don’t use any of them under the broiler or on a bare oven rack unless the maker says you can.
Markings. Printed circles help you space cookies or pipe even macarons; printed rulers and dough circles help on a pastry mat. On a baking mat they are optional. On a counter mat they are most of the point.
Care. Grease builds up on silicone over time, and ATK found mats that could go in the dishwasher stayed cleaner and less sticky than hand-washed ones. It also notes silicone can pick up detergent odors. Whatever the mat, never cut on it, and keep metal scrapers off the surface. Let the mat cool before it goes back in the oven with fresh dough, or the bottoms of the next batch will start cooking early.
Half, quarter or full sheet: matching mats to the work
For most home kitchens, a pair of half-sheet mats covers everyday baking; those are reviewed in our baking pan liners guide. Add a quarter-sheet set for the toaster oven and small batches, and a pastry mat if you roll dough often. A full-sheet mat only makes sense if your oven takes a full sheet pan.
One trade-off to expect: ATK found that some cookies spread a little more on silicone than on parchment, because of the slick surface and the extra insulation. Cookies made with melted butter came out about ¼ inch wider on the mats. If a recipe was written for parchment, chill the dough a little longer, or accept a thinner, crisper cookie.
How we chose these nine mats
We started from the brands bakers ask about most: Silpat, Mrs. Anderson’s, OXO, Wilton, Matfer, Fat Daddio’s, Nordic Ware and restaurant-supply makers. We left out the half-sheet OXO, Amazon Basics and Mrs. Anderson’s mats already reviewed in our pan liners guide, so this page covers other sizes and uses rather than repeating them. Every mat here showed as in stock on Amazon when we checked.
Several good mats were out. The half-sheet Silpat that ATK reviewed is out of stock. The half-sheet Matfer Exopat had no stock date and the large Exopat showed limited stock, as did Fat Daddio’s half-sheet mat. We also left out the many unbranded multi-packs whose makers we could not identify.
Specifications come from the Amazon listings and makers’ descriptions. We read America’s Test Kitchen’s silicone baking mat review in full and quote its findings where we use them. We have not used these mats for this guide, and we did not rely on Wirecutter or Serious Eats.
Silicone baking mat questions, answered
What is the best silicone baking mat according to America’s Test Kitchen?
ATK names two co-winners: the Demarle Silpat and the Mrs. Anderson’s Baking half-sheet mat, which performed identically, though the Silpat was dishwasher-safe and the Mrs. Anderson’s model was not. ATK also recommends a silicone bread sling from Breadtopia for moving dough into a Dutch oven.
What is the best silicone baking mat brand?
Silpat is the original and the professional standard, and Mrs. Anderson’s matched it in ATK’s review. For counter work, OXO’s pastry mat has the most useful printed guides of the mats here.
Are silicone baking mats better than parchment?
They are reusable, heavier and flatter, so batters spread evenly and the mat doesn’t lift. Parchment is better for lifting a cake out of its pan or for baking bread in a Dutch oven. Many kitchens keep both.
Do I need a mat with a fiberglass core?
For a baking mat, yes. It is the classic construction, and Silpat and Mrs. Anderson’s say the glass fiber spreads heat evenly. ATK also found heavier mats, over 100 grams, stayed flat in the pan. A counter pastry mat doesn’t need one.
Can I cut on a silicone baking mat?
No. Mrs. Anderson’s, Fat Daddio’s and Nordic Ware all say not to cut on their mats or use knives on them. A cut exposes the core and ruins the surface.
How do I get a sticky mat clean?
Wash in hot, soapy water, or in the dishwasher if the maker allows it. ATK found dishwasher-washed mats came out cleaner and less greasy over time.
Where the best silicone baking mat fits in a baking kit
Start with the size that matches the pans you own: a Silpat for a full sheet, a Mrs. Anderson’s set for small pans, and an OXO pastry mat for rolling. For the pans themselves, see our best baking pan sets. For spreading batter and lifting cookies off the mat, our best offset spatula guide covers the blades, and if you pipe meringues or choux onto your mat, our guide to the best piping bags covers bags, couplers and tips.
A mat is only as good as the pan under it; see the best baking sheets.
Shaping loaves? See our guide to the best silicone mats for sourdough.
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