Cooling tray — Paderno

The Cooling rack collection by Paderno brings together round metal racks for resting cakes and viennoiseries straight from the oven. A basic bakery item in line with the brand's Italian professional pastry equipment.

What makes the Cooling rack collection distinctive

Paderno cooling racks let air flow beneath the cake just after baking, avoiding condensation at the base — the cause of soggy or sticky bottoms. Three diameters match the most common round cake tin sizes.

• Round shape, fine metal mesh
• Three diameters: 18.5 cm, 22 cm and 30 cm
• Raised feet for air circulation

The most popular pieces in the Cooling rack collection

The diameters match the most common round cake tins.

• Round cooling rack 18.5 cm: AZ boutique best-seller, size for individual entremets and small cakes
• Round cooling rack 30 cm: large size for family cakes and pastry batches
• Round cooling rack 22 cm: intermediate size, the most versatile for standard round cake tins

Choosing within the Cooling rack collection

Why use a cooling rack?

Right after baking, a cake left in its tin or on a flat plate keeps cooking through residual heat, and the moisture released condenses underneath. On a rack, steam escapes freely from below, preserving the cake's texture and avoiding the "sticky bottom". It is the essential resting step in pastry work.

Which diameter to choose?

Choose the rack to match your main tin: 18.5 cm for individual entremets and small cakes, 22 cm for the most common round tins, 30 cm for large family cakes or simultaneous batches. Some pastry chefs use a single large rack for everything, others prefer to match the cake size.

When do you unmould onto the rack?

Generally, wait 5 to 10 minutes after taking the cake out of the oven before unmoulding, so the structure firms up. Then place the cake on the rack for full cooling (15-30 minutes depending on size), before glazing or storage.

How do you care for a cooling rack?

Hot soapy water is enough. For stubborn residues, soaking before washing is more effective than scrubbing, which could damage the metal. Dry well before storage to prevent oxidation. Check the product sheet for dishwasher compatibility.

The Cooling rack collection on AZ boutique

Discover Paderno's cooling racks on AZ boutique for cooling your cakes and viennoiseries. Also found in our Tableware accessories section.