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The Best Method To Clean A Sticky Silicone Baking Mat
By Stacie Adams
If baking is your passion, you probably rely on your silicone baking mat a lot. It can become quite sticky with food residue, so cleaning it is a must.
Fill your sink with boiling water and one teaspoon of dish soap. Swirl the water with your gloved hand to mix the soap and submerge the mat for up to an hour.
Remove the mat, drain the sink, and refill it with hot water from the faucet. Apply mild dish soap to a soft sponge, clean both sides of the mat, then rinse any remaining soap.
For a deeper clean, mix baking soda and water into a sticky paste and apply it to the mat. Gently rub it into the surface with a non-abrasive sponge using a circular pattern.
Take the rest of your baking soda paste and apply it to the mat again, then allow it to rest on the mat for ten minutes or so. Rinse away any residue, then wash and dry your mat.
Hand-washing your mat is best, but you can also use your dishwasher. Use a bleach-free gel detergent to clean it without breaking down or abrading the silicone.