The short answer is that true, high-quality silicone baking paper should not smoke at normal baking temperatures. If you're seeing smoke, it's almost always due to one of the following reasons:
msgid "The Most Common Culprit: Food Residue, Not the Paper"
msgstr "最常见的罪魁祸首:食物残留,而不是纸张"
This is the number one cause of smoke with baking paper.
- Oil and Grease: If the paper was overlapped with a baking tray that had oily residue from a previous use, or if you've brushed the paper itself with oil, that oil can heat past its smoke point and begin to smoke.
- Drippings and Spills: If food (like cheese, sugary sauces, or meat drippings) spills over the edge of the paper and onto the hot baking tray, those bits will burn and smoke.
- Burnt Food Particles: 小的、之前烧焦的食物颗粒在烘焙托盘上加热时可能会冒烟。
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msgid "How to Fix It: Always start with a clean baking sheet. Ensure the silicone paper is lying flat and that food debris or excess oil isn't pooling on or under it."
msgstr "如何解决:始终从干净的烤盘开始。确保硅胶纸平放,并且食物残渣或多余的油不会在其上或下积聚。"
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2. 超过温度限制
Even high-quality silicone-coated paper has a maximum temperature limit, typically around 220-230°C (425-450°F).
- Oven Too Hot: If you are baking pizza, roasting vegetables at a very high heat, or if your oven runs hot and you've set it above this limit, the paper can begin to scorch, brown, and eventually smoke.
- Proximity to the Heating Element: If the paper is too close to the top or bottom heating element (e.g., on a very high rack or very low rack), it can experience localized overheating, even if the oven's set temperature is within the limit.
如何修复:检查制造商的包装以获取最高温度评级。切勿超过此温度。对于高温烹饪,考虑使用可重复使用的硅胶烘焙垫,它通常具有更高的耐热性(最高可达260°C / 500°F)。
3. 您可能在使用羊皮纸,而不是硅胶纸(一个关键区别)
This is a very common point of confusion.
- Parchment Paper (Baking Paper): Traditional parchment paper is paper that has been treated with a thin layer of silicone to make it non-stick. This is what most people refer to as "silicone baking paper." It has the temperature limits mentioned above.
- Wax Paper: This is a different product entirely. It's paper coated with paraffin wax. Wax paper is not heat-resistant and should never go in the oven. The wax will melt, smoke heavily, and can even catch fire.
How to Fix It: Double-check the box in your cupboard. If it says "Wax Paper," that's your problem. Only use paper explicitly labeled "Parchment Paper," "Baking Paper," or "Silicone Baking Paper."
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Quick Troubleshooting Checklist
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If you see smoke... | The Likely Cause Is... | What to Do... |
...y hay goteos aceitosos o azucarados en la bandeja. | Food residue burning. | Use a clean tray and keep food centered on the paper. |
...et votre four est réglé très haut (par exemple, pour la pizza). | Exceeding the paper's heat limit. | Lower the temperature or move the rack away from the element. |
...et le papier lui-même jaunit ou se courbe sur les bords. | The paper is scorching. | ```
Verify you are not using wax paper. Buy a higher-quality parchment paper.
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...et vous le mettez simplement au four. | You are likely using Wax Paper by mistake. | Turn off the oven immediately and remove the wax paper. |
Final Verdict and Safety Tips
- True silicone baking paper is safe and should not smoke when used correctly with a clean pan and within its temperature range.
- The smoke you see is almost certainly from burning food residue, an overheated oven, or the wrong product (wax paper).
- Always place your baking sheet on a middle rack to avoid direct heat from the elements.
- For recurring high-heat needs, invest in a reusable silicone baking mat. They are more durable and have a higher heat tolerance.
By process of elimination, you should be able to identify and fix the cause of the smoke. Happy (and smoke-free) baking