cookies on parchment paper

Should You Bake Cookies On Parchment Paper, Aluminum Foil, or Silicone Mats?

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By ELOISE ROLLINS-FIFE

roll of a silicon mat, aluminum foil and parchment paper
One question bakers often have is which baking surface will result in the tastiest cookies, and we're here to explain why parchment paper is your best bet.
cookies on aluminum foil
Aluminum foil is not recommended for baking because it gets too hot, and while silicone mats work well, they have a tendency to over-insulate.
Chocolate chip cookies on parchment paper
Parchment paper has been treated with silicone, giving it heat-resistant and nonstick qualities while still allowing cookies to come into contact with enough direct heat.