FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions!
Plug the dough mat into a 120 volt power source, place a thin towel on your countertop, place the dough mat on top of the towel and set your thermostat to a desired temperature. Place your dough in a covered container on the dough mat and let the proofing process begin.
The dough mat is designed to work with yeast based dough that requires proofing or rising such as bread dough, pizza dough, pastry dough, sweet roll dough, sourdough, and frozen dough to name a few.
Yes, the dough mat will provide a warm and consistent environment during the fermentation process allowing for more reliable results with your sourdough start.
This will vary depending on your environment and the preference on how you proof your dough. We recommend starting at 110 degrees and adjust as needed. For frozen doughs you may want to increase the temperature for a faster rise time. You can use the thermostat to increase/ decrease the temperature to a heat that works for your dough type.
On the temperature control you will see three buttons – A power button, a (+) button and a (-) button. Press the power button to turn on and then use the + or – button to adjust the temperature. The “set temp” will be the temperature you set your dough mat to and the “real temp” will show you the actual temperature of the dough mat.
The temperature range is from 60-120 degrees Fahrenheit.
The dough mat is safe to put on all countertops. We do recommend putting a thin towel under the dough mat. This helps maintain a controlled temperature level for your dough to have an optimal environment to rise.
Yes, covering the dough during the rising process is important to retain moisture and maintain an optimal heat level without drying the dough out. You can cover with a thin towel or plastic wrap. The dough can stick to plastic wrap if it rises to the top of the container, use cooking
spray or oil on the underside of the plastic wrap to help avoid this. Always refer to your recipe for specific instructions.
Our dough mats are designed to work with all types of containers for your dough. If using plastic make sure it is heat resistant and designed for food use. Please do not use any defective container that has sharp edges that can cut/pierce the dough mat.
You may clean the dough mat by using a damp cloth to wipe down the mat after each use. Do not put in dishwasher, place under running water or submerge underwater.
Please contact us at customercare@bakehouseessentials.com
Please store your dough mat laying flat. Although the mat is flexible you want to avoid folding or creasing the mat.
Bakehouse Essentials Dough mat is covered by a one year limited warranty to the original purchaser. Please review the full warranty here.
What People Say
Testimonials
"I heard about this from my neighbor. I generally make bread on my days off when I can have more control over the temperature to raise the dough. Now I can make bread in the evening or anytime I feel like it and I don't have to worry about where I'll put the dough to rise. It has become my go-to bread tool."
"The Dough Mat was a gift for my birthday. The anxiety of wondering if my dough is going to rise in time has been eliminated. The dough mat makes baking with dough so much easier."
"I love it, I love it, I love it."
"I can't make bread without it."
"I love my Dough Mat. I only make frozen rolls and now the rise time has been cut in half."
"I really like the Dough Mat. It's easy to use and it brings a consistency to proofing dough I've never been able to master on my own. I can't imagine not having it."
EXCELLENT Based on 16 reviews Jessica Burrows2024-03-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I love these mats! It's so nice to set the temp to what you want, and I use it more than just for bread! Thawing meat, butter, etc. Works great!! Jenna Bickford2024-03-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I love Bake Essentials heat mat for my sourdough starter. It is an incredibly helpful tool. Ordering was seamless, shipping was quick and service is awesome! Vicki Morris2024-03-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is an absolute necessity if you bake bread and your home temperature fluctuates. This pad enables me to have a consistent rise every time. I don’t have to move my bread around the house to find an ideal temperature. It also is helpful in activating your starter. I set my starter on the pad at 75° and it activates much quicker. I highly recommend this product. It is a game changer. Julie Jeppson2024-03-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. You guys, this mat. You NEED one. My rolls raised in half the time and I need that flexibility because half the time I don’t even know until last minute what I’m making for dinner. AND you can thaw frozen meat on there. It’s totally multi-purpose! Laura Kotchish2024-03-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Bakehouse Essential dough mat has been an absolute game changer for all my proofing needs! I also own a box proofer but the challenge I run into is the fact that I can’t fit taller containers or standard sized pyrex glass pans with handles (9x13). On top of this, my box proofer takes up a lot of room on my limited counter space. This mat has allowed me to use any container regardless of length and height. I use this more (almost daily) than I do my box proofer because of its ease of use and storage. It warms up very quickly and keeps my dough temperature consistent. I’ve used this mat to proof sourdough, cinnamon rolls, bread rolls on a 15x21 baking tray, keep crumpet batter warm, take cream cheese down to room temp at a faster rate and maintain my sourdough starter at 75F. The list goes on! I also love how affordable this item is compared to any box proofers on the market. This gives any baker out there the opportunity to proof their baked goods to PERFECTION. emily teaman2024-03-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The mat has been a game changer for me. It has helped keep my sourdough starter and doughs a consistent temperature all year round. Charlotte Hancey2024-02-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I love these mats! I was unsure how often I'd use them at first but have quickly realized how versatile they are. I use them for proofing dough faster but also to thaw meat, soften butter, and bringing eggs to room temperature for baking. The quality is amazing too! Lisa Dinsmore2024-02-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been using my raising mat multiple times a week and I love it! The hardest part of baking breads/rolls for me is waiting for it to raise. This has cut the raising time by 1/3 - 1/2. I would recommend this to anyone who bakes yeast doughs! Ambers Kitchen2024-02-29Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I didn’t think I would love this mat as much as I do! I pull it out every time I feed my sourdough starter or have bread to rise. It’s awesome! Jordan Peterson2023-10-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was a little skeptical about when/why I would use this, but after using it am a full on believer. My rolls raise in half the time, and I was able to cut 60 mins off the proofing time of my cinnamon rolls without compromising any flavor.
"The dough mat is a game changer. Gone are the days of moving my dough near my bay window or a warm room. Now I just leave it on the counter. AMAZING!!"