BAKE - Blindbackkugeln
Best ceramic weights for bakers perfecting professional-grade tart and pie crusts.
These ceramic beads are the ultimate insurance policy against slumped, uneven pastry crusts. While they require a bit of extra cleanup compared to dried beans, their superior heat retention and consistent weight guarantee a professional, perfectly shaped tart shell every single time.
$27.99
at
Zassenhaus Official Website
Who it's for
- Bakers seeking perfectly flat and uniform crusts
- Pastry chefs needing thorough bottom crust baking
- Eco-conscious bakers wanting a permanent, reusable solution
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused cooks preferring inexpensive pantry staples
- Organized bakers frustrated by small, easily lost items
- Busy home cooks wanting low-maintenance kitchen tools
Performance breakdown
Heat retention
Ceramic composition ensures consistent thermal stability for perfectly crisp pastry bases.
Coverage capacity
The 850g volume easily handles standard 30cm tart and pie tins.
Structural integrity
Durable ceramic beads effectively prevent shrinkage and bubbling during the bake.
Storage convenience
Included plastic bucket keeps loose beads organized and ready for use.
Maintenance ease
Hand-wash requirement adds a minor step to the post-baking cleanup process.
Material safety
Lead-free and non-porous construction provides peace of mind for food contact.
Key Specs
Material
Ceramic
Color
White
Content Weight
850 g
Suitable for forms up to
approx. 30 cm
Height
11.0 cm
Diameter
11.0 cm
Weight
0.90 kg
Oven safe
Yes
Reusable
Yes
Non-toxic
Yes
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