Professional Silicone Mold Éclair XS 14 - 20 Mini Éclairs - Silikomart
Reference : 36.426.87.0065
Brand: Silikomart (Italy)
Collection : Professional Micro Format
Product Description
The Silikomart Éclair XS 14 silicone mold transforms the timeless French éclair into a refined miniature format, perfectly suited to current trends in modern pastry and high-end finger food.
This professional food-grade platinum silicone tray includes 20 cavities of 14 ml allowing the creation of perfectly sized mini éclairs of 55mm. Ideal for sweet buffets, cocktail receptions, tea time, gourmet coffees, and sophisticated evening cakes.
Dual Use: Designed for direct oven baking (choux pastry) and cold preparations (mousses, bavarois, frozen inserts), offering total creative versatility for demanding professionals.
Technical Characteristics
- Number of cavities: 20 cavities
- Dimensions per éclair: 55 x 17 mm, height 17 mm
- Unit Volume: 14 ml
- Total Volume: 280 ml
- Material: Professional food-grade platinum silicone
- Thermal Resistance: -60°C to +230°C
- Properties: Natural non-stick, flexible, odorless
- Compatibility: Oven, freezer, microwave, dishwasher
- Origin: Made in Italy
Professional Applications
Fine Pastry: Classic or reinvented mini éclairs (chocolate, coffee, vanilla, praline), colored mirror glazes, contemporary decorations.
Modern Creations: Innovative flavors (yuzu, passion-coconut, salted caramel), filled chocolate bars, miniature financiers.
Frozen Desserts: Individual frozen yule logs, frozen parfaits, inserts for desserts, portion-controlled desserts.
Event Catering: Sweet cocktail bites, buffet petit fours, refined tea time, platter presentation.
Savory Applications: Mini appetizer éclairs (cream cheese, salmon, savory mousses), individual savory cakes.
Professional Usage Instructions
Preparation
Initial Cleaning: Wash with soapy water, rinse and dry. No greasing necessary.
Choux Pastry Baking
Technique: Pipe the dough to 3/4 of each cavity (10-11 ml). Place the mold on a rigid tray.Baking: 180°C, 20-25 minutes. Do not open the oven for 15 minutes. Unmolding: Let cool for 5 minutes, unmold by gently pressing under each cavity.
Cold Preparations
Filling: Pour mousses or ganaches directly into the cavities, smooth. Setting: Freeze for at least 3-4 hours for perfect unmolding. Unmolding: Turn the mold over, shapes release instantly.
Product Benefits
Trendy size: Perfect size for modern tasting in 1-2 bites, allowing multiple flavor variations.
Silikomart Platinum Silicone: Superior professional quality, perfect release without greasing, extreme durability.
Total versatility: One mold for baking, freezing, mousses, inserts, savory and sweet applications.
Productivity: 20 identical pieces per batch, perfect consistency, time-saving in plating.
Durability: Withstands thousands of intensive professional uses.
Chef's Tips
Perfect éclairs: Pipe continuously, smooth with water before baking, pierce the bottom after baking to release steam.
Professional glazing: Slightly freeze filled éclairs before dipping for a flawless finish.
Clean inserts: Fully freeze cold preparations before unmolding for precise shapes.
Optimal storage: Store flat to preserve the shape of the cavities.
Maintenance and Storage
Cleaning: Warm soapy water or dishwasher (max 70°C). Avoid abrasive sponges.
Storage: Store flat, in a dry place, away from direct light.
Durability: Several years in professional use with proper maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need to grease the mold? No, platinum silicone has natural non-stick properties.
Can the choux pastry be baked directly? Yes, perfectly. Place on a rigid tray to facilitate handling.
Is it freezer safe? Yes, up to -60°C. Ideal for inserts and frozen preparations.
How many éclairs per batch? 20 perfectly uniform mini éclairs in a single production.
