The Matfer 257990 Gastroflex® Mini Cannele Mold is a professional-grade flexible silicone baking tool designed for precise mini cannelé production in commercial kitchens. Manufactured by Matfer Bourgeat in France, it features a sheet with 18 cavities measuring 1-3/8 inches in diameter and height, allowing consistent shaping of mini cannelés. Its high-temperature resistance up to 482°F and freezer compatibility facilitate seamless transition from freezing to baking, optimizing workflow for pastry artisans and high-volume bakeries. The food-grade silicone construction ensures uniform heat distribution, ease of cleaning, and durable performance suitable for restaurant and bakery operations focused on small pastry items.
Top Matfer 257990 Gastroflex® Mini Cannele Mold Features
The Gastroflex® Mini Cannele Mold offers commercial bakeries and pastry kitchens a flexible, dishwasher-safe silicone surface capable of withstanding a broad temperature range. Its high durability and freezer-to-oven functionality enable rapid production cycles, making it ideal for mid-volume pastry applications. The mold’s 18-cavity sheet allows efficient batch processing with precise dimensions, suitable for producing uniform mini cannelés in busy bakery workflows.
- Functionality: Facilitates consistent mini cannelé shaping with 18 cavities per sheet
- Durability: Made of high-quality food-grade silicone withstands from -58°F to 482°F
- Ease of Maintenance: Dishwasher safe for quick cleaning and sanitation
- Workflow Integration: Flexible material supports quick release and easy baking transition
- Design Precision: 1-3/8" diameter and height for uniform mini cannelé production
Ideal for bakery and pastry production requiring efficient, consistent mini cannelé molds within high-volume kitchen operations.
Matfer 257990 Technical Specs
The Matfer 257990 Gastroflex® Mini Cannele Mold is crafted from food-grade silicone with a temperature resistance spanning -58°F to 482°F, supporting both freezing and baking processes. The sheet measures 11-3/16 inches in length and 6-7/8 inches in width, accommodating 18 cavities of 1-3/8 inches in diameter and height. It is dishwasher safe, ensuring straightforward cleaning and sanitation for high-turnover environments. The mold’s flexible design allows for easy release of baked cannelés, enhancing workflow efficiency. Weighing approximately [weight not provided], it is suitable for professional pastry applications requiring durable, heat-resistant silicone molds configured for batch processing in commercial kitchens.
- Electrical Compatibility & Setup: Not applicable; suitable for oven and freezer environments
- Material & Construction: Food-grade silicone with high-temperature durability
- Size & Capacity: 11-3/16" L x 6-7/8" W; 18 cavities, each 1-3/8" dia. x 1-3/8"H
- Temperature Tolerance: -58°F to 482°F for versatile freezer to oven transitions
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Dishwasher safe with no disassembly needed
What is a commercial baking mold?
A commercial baking mold is a professional-grade, food-safe silicone or metal form designed for high-volume pastry and bakery production. It supports consistent shaping and baking of small pastry items such as cannelés, with precise dimensions and uniform heat distribution. Installed in bakery or pastry production lines, the Matfer 257990 Gastroflex® Mini Cannele Mold is ideal for mid-volume settings focused on producing high-quality mini cannelés efficiently and consistently.
Top flexible pastry molds for pastry production in hospitality
Designed for commercial pastry laboratories and bakeries, the Matfer 257990 Gastroflex® Mini Cannele Mold ensures reliable, uniform mini cannelé production, optimized for mid-volume workflow. Made by Matfer in France, it offers durable silicone construction, supporting seamless oven and freezer transitions for efficient pastry operation in bakery and restaurant settings.
- Operation for pastry kitchens — ideal for small to medium batch processing
- Kitchen type — suitable for compact bakery and pastry shop environments
- Foodservice category — dedicated to mini pastry and small baked goods
- Workload qualifier — effective for moderate throughput in commercial kitchens
- Use case — supports batch production of consistent mini cannelés for high-quality presentation
Why Choose Matfer 257990 Gastroflex® Mini Cannele Mold?
Distinctive for its flexible, high-temperature silicone design, this mold offers superior durability and ease of handling compared to rigid competitors. Its freezer-to-oven capability streamlines production cycles, reducing handling time and risk of damage. The consistent quality of baked mini cannelés and straightforward cleaning improve operational efficiency in busy pastry kitchens and bakery outlets.
- Compact footprint ideal for small commercial workspaces
- Food-grade silicone supports uniform heat transfer and release
- High temperature resistance eliminates need for specialized ovenware
- Dishwasher-safe construction simplifies cleaning routines
- Designed for batch processing with 18 cavities per sheet enhances productivity
