silpat

noun

1. A silicone mat used for baking.

   “Most often, a template is used to spread the cookie batter onto the sheet pan (silpats are excellent for making formed cookies) in the desired shape; the hot cookie is usually placed around a dowel, cone, or cup to create a dramatic effect.”

   “Put a piece of aluminum foil under the cutter on a silpat.”

   “Cover two baking sheets with parchment paper or silpats.”

   “Likened to re-usable parchment paper, silpats cut down on the cost and excess waste of traditional single-use fibers.”

   “If using a ring (as opposed to a tart pan with a removable bottom), place it on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper or a silpat.”