Silicone Kitchen Products
Silicone kitchen products are made from food-grade material that is safe for cooking and baking. They can withstand high temperatures, are nonstick, and easy to clean.
Utensils are available in a variety of colors and feature paintbrush-style handles for an ergonomic grip. They can be used for scraping, mixing, and folding.
Baking Cups & Baking Mats
Silicone baking mats, also known as Silpats, make a great addition to any baker’s kitchen. They Silicone Kitchen Products provide a non-stick surface, eliminating the need for cooking sprays or oils. Many are oven- and freezer-safe, as well. They’re also flexible and can be cut to size if needed.
Unlike parchment paper, they can be used over and over again—helping reduce the amount of single-use plastic waste in your home. According to the manufacturer of one popular variety, they can replace a roll of parchment paper more than 2000 times.
The smooth, pliable silicone surface isn’t only useful for baking; it can also be used to prepare doughs such as pizza or biscuits without having to flour the counter. The non-stick property of these mats also makes rolling and kneading easy, with no dough stuck to your hands or the countertop. And the surface cleans easily after use with a quick rinse in warm soapy water. Most silicone baking mats are dishwasher-safe, though some require hand washing. They also resist staining and odors. Some are even reusable indefinitely.
Oven Mitts & Pot Holders
Silicone kitchen utensils have become a staple for many home chefs due to their flexible nature and ability to withstand high temperatures. The material also provides natural grip, making it a great choice for oven mitts and pot holders. Silicone is food-grade and non-toxic, which makes it safe for both humans and the environment.
Silicone is made from silica, which is heated to high temperatures to form elemental silicon. This is then mixed with methyl chloride and other ingredients to produce the resulting polymer, which is then used to make kitchen products.
Most silicone oven mitts have a soft, comfortable cotton lining on the inside to provide extra insulation and comfort. While they perform well for regular oven use, they are less ideal for grabbing hot pots and pans directly out of the oven or for high heat cooking like grilling. For this, you may want to consider a more traditional cotton oven mitt or a neoprene option that can provide a balance of flexibility and heat resistance.
Spatulas & Spoons
Silicone is heat resistant, unlike plastic spatulas, which may silicone manufacturer melt or burn if they come into contact with hot pans. It won’t scratch nonstick cookware like metal or wood spatulas either, and it’s easy to clean and less likely to absorb colors or odors.
Our testers were impressed with this silicone set that includes a red “everyday” spatula, a small spoon spatula for reaching into jars, and a long, durable rubber spatula that can handle heavy batters and dough. The handles are thicker than most spatulas, and they’re reinforced around the base for added strength. They’re also dishwasher safe and easy to clean by hand.
This spatula set is another excellent option that comes in a variety of bright, cheerful colors. Its silicone head won’t damage nonstick cookware, it’s perfect for scraping the sides of a bowl, and it has bendy edges that help you get into corners and the bottom of a pan. The small end is ideal for scooping peanut butter out of a jar. You can even use it to stir soups or saute in a small pan in a pinch.
Ladles & Tongs
Every kitchen needs the right utensils to scoop, flip and serve. These silicone ladles are sturdy, flexible and easy to clean. They’re also heat-resistant and nonstick-friendly, which makes them a great alternative to Teflon and other utensils that might scratch or flake into your pots and pans.
OTOTO’s ladles are also available in several colors and designs, so you can choose one that complements your other kitchen utensils or your kitchen décor. You can even get them in the shape of a mythical creature or building, like Nessie or the Empire State Building.
Other silicone kitchen utensils include this set of tongs from Good Grips, which is designed to lift delicate food items with ease. Unlike some silicone cooking utensils that have plastic handles, these tongs use a stainless steel core linked to a strip of soft silicone. They’re thick and durable enough to protect your hands from high grill and stove temperatures and are comfortable to hold in your hand. They also stay closed when not in use to prevent accidental spills.
Cookware
Silicone cookware is a great alternative to metal. You can find silicone cake pans, muffin cups and ice moulds, as well as flexible non-stick pots and pans. These versatile tools make great gifts for housewarmings, bridal showers, birthdays and holidays.
When selecting silicone utensils, it is important to look for high-quality items made from pure 100% food-grade silicone. Cheaper, low-quality alternatives often contain chemical fillers and binders that can bleed into foods when heated, causing dangerous odors and toxins.
Ensure the utensil is free of fillers by doing a bending test. A utensil with a lot of fillers will turn white with strain, as the silicone will be weaker than it should be. Utensils made from pure 100% silicone are durable, long-lasting and heat-resistant, and they don’t release chemicals or odors into food when heated. They are also BPA-free and dishwasher safe. Williams Sonoma carries a wide range of silicone kitchen utensils that can be used for a variety of tasks. Shop our collection to find the perfect one for you. Our utensil sets are available in a range of colors to suit your kitchen design.