Silicone moulds for confectionery

[Izzybakes]

Hi,

I make Scottish tablet in shapes. I use mould trays for this but am finding that I can’t get a smooth finish when using silicone moulds. Rubber ones are perfect (see photo)

Any solutions to this?

 

[chassis]

Can you buy more rubber moulds?

 

[Izzybakes]

I’m always looking for them but it always seems to be silicone these days .

 

[Norcalbaker59]

Hi,

I make Scottish tablet in shapes. I use mould trays for this but am finding that I can’t get a smooth finish when using silicone moulds. Rubber ones are perfect (see photo)

Any solutions to this?
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Try a polycarbonate mold. They are expensive, primarily used in chocolate production, but can be used for other confectionery. Also, make sure you are dissolving the sugar very slowly. And use cane sugar if possible.

 

[Izzybakes]

Try a polycarbonate mold. They are expensive, primarily used in chocolate production, but can be used for other confectionery. Also, make sure you are dissolving the sugar very slowly. And use cane sugar if possible.

Thanks. Will definitely give these a try

 

[retired baker]

I would pour it flat and use a cutter.

 

[moomoo]

Hi,

I make Scottish tablet in shapes. I use mould trays for this but am finding that I can’t get a smooth finish when using silicone moulds. Rubber ones are perfect (see photo)

Any solutions to this?
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How do you pour the tablet (1) not burning yourself? (2) does it pour ok as I thought it would be too thick to pour and (3) does it not set in the pan before you finish pouring