Pastry Moulds

Pastry moulds are essential equipment for any patisserie or bakery — their quality, size and material directly determine the baking result, product appearance and production efficiency. Correctly chosen moulds speed up work, ensure a consistent product appearance and reduce waste in the form of damaged or deformed products.

Materials and types of pastry moulds

Professional pastry moulds are available in various materials, each offering its own advantages. Stainless steel moulds are top-tier, hygienic, with a HACCP compliant surface, resistant to mechanical damage and long-lasting in intensive baking environments. Aluminised or galvanised steel moulds provide good heat transfer and a mid-range price, widely used in patisseries and bakeries. Non-stick coated moulds feature a Teflon or other non-stick coating for quick product release without additional greasing. Silicone moulds are flexible, require no greasing and allow easy product release; explore silicone baking moulds. Aluminium moulds are lightweight, with good heat transfer, economical and widely used for single-use or low-intensity baking. Also explore SilikoMart professional moulds.

Types of moulds by product

Pastry moulds are available for a wide range of products. Round cake moulds in standard sizes from 16–36 cm for baking multi-layer cake sponges. Rectangular sponge moulds for larger sponge baking, cutting or large cake bases. Muffin or cupcake trays with 6, 12 or 24 cavities for simultaneous muffin or Danish pastry baking. Loaf pans for cakes and bread loaves. Tart or pie moulds with removable sides or perforated bases for precise tart and pie base baking. Bundt and speciality moulds for decorative cakes and unique-shaped products. Also explore silicone mats.

Sizes and large-scale production

Pastry mould sizes are standardised to ensure recipe compliance and portion consistency in large-scale confectionery production. Standard sizes — round cake moulds are usually available in 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28 cm diameters; sponge layer moulds also come in various height options. Commercial moulds — thicker walls and bases provide more even heat transfer than home moulds, which is critical in large-scale baking. GN compatible moulds — some confectionery trays are made in GN standard sizes for integration with oven racks. Also explore confectionery spatulas, paddles for finished product handling.

Maintenance and service life

Proper maintenance of pastry moulds ensures their longevity and product quality. Stainless steel moulds are dishwasher-safe and require no special maintenance. Non-stick moulds should be cleaned with soft sponges, not abrasive materials that damage the coating; dishwashers may accelerate coating deterioration. Aluminium moulds may be damaged in dishwashers due to oxidation; manual washing is recommended. Regular inspection — moulds showing damaged coatings or deformation should be replaced, as this affects product quality. Proper storage — store moulds in a dry, clean place, protected from mechanical damage.

HoReCa usage scenarios

A confectionery business with large-scale cake production — a standardised set of stainless steel cake moulds ensures consistent sponge baking and uniform product size. A hotel restaurant with a patisserie offering — a range of moulds in various sizes for individual dessert portions and large cake baking. A café with its own patisserie section — muffin trays, tart moulds and sponge moulds for daily production. BHS supplies pastry moulds to HoReCa businesses.

Frequently asked questions

Which pastry moulds are suitable for professional baking? Stainless steel or thick aluminium moulds with good heat transfer are optimal for large-scale patisseries. Contact the BHS team. Explore silicone moulds.

Can non-stick moulds be washed in a dishwasher? Not recommended — dishwashers damage the non-stick coating. Clean manually with a soft sponge. Also explore whisks.

Why choose BHS?

BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.

Delivery

We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.