Cookie Science: Silicone Mats vs. Parchment Paper

When cookie recipes call for baking on a parchment-lined pan, switching to silicone may produce some unexpected results. Stella Parks investigates and explains why silicone mats are not a 1:1 replacement for parchment paper. Full Story: https://www.seriouseats.com/2019/10/problems-with-baking-cookies-on-silicone.html You Might Also Like... How to Make Thick, Levain-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aw8m4TE90ag Homemade Tate's-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ch7ocMk_JEQ How to Make Soft-and-Fluffy Lofthouse-Style Cookies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4-xATh4TrU The Food Lab: Cookie Secrets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPUQJdTWwm8 Subscribe to Serious Eats! https://bit.ly/2BIlM59 Follow Us Elsewhere: https://facebook.com/seriouseats https://twitter.com/seriouseats https://instagram.com/seriouseats https://reddit.com/r/seriouseats Serious Eats is a leading resource for all things food and drink: meticulously tested recipes that really work; in-depth, science-based explanations of cooking techniques; detailed reviews of cooking equipment; and guides to ingredients, dishes, and cuisines. We bring a democratic yet scientific approach to cooking the best dishes, busting food myths, and delivering strong opinions on what you should eat next, where, when, and why.