✓ Could an air current lift the paper?
✓ Is the paper trimmed appropriately?
If the answer to all of those looks good, you’re probably using the product exactly as intended.
The Bottom Line
So, should you stop using parchment paper?
Absolutely not.
At least, that’s not the conclusion I came away with.
Parchment paper can be an incredibly useful kitchen tool, and when a product is designed for cooking and used according to its instructions, it can make baking and cleanup so much easier.
The important lesson is simply that parchment paper has limits.
Don’t treat it like an indestructible sheet that can handle anything your oven throws at it.
Check the temperature rating.
Keep it away from direct heat and flames.
Don’t confuse it with wax paper.
Be especially careful with broilers, toaster ovens, and air fryers.
And if your parchment starts smoking or charring, don’t ignore it.
A little awareness goes a long way.
