Mrs. Andersons Baking Pie Weights

By placing these weights inside your crust before baking, you provide enough downward pressure to keep the dough from puffing up or sliding down the sides of your pie dish. This ensures the crust maintains its intended shape while it sets.

Yes, it is highly recommended to line your crust with a piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil before pouring in the ceramic beads. This prevents the weights from sticking to the dough and makes them much easier to remove once the crust is partially baked.

These ceramic weights are designed for repeated use. After they have cooled completely, simply wash them by hand in warm, soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and let them air dry before storing them back in their container.

Using pie weights generally does not significantly change the baking time, but it does ensure even heat distribution. You should still follow your recipe's instructions for blind baking, removing the weights for the final few minutes to allow the bottom of the crust to brown properly.

Yes, these ceramic weights are safe to use with standard glass, ceramic, and metal pie pans. Just be sure to handle the pan carefully when removing the weights, as the ceramic beads will be very hot.