Best Parchment Paper

With so many brands of parchment paper out there, you might think one is the same as any other, but trust us: the majority of the 10 brands of parchment CR tested left an oily mess on the paper (and some soaked through to our pans). We baked chocolate-chip cookies, Monterey Jack cheese, and chicken thighs on each paper. We tested how easy it was to remove foods without them sticking, how much oil was left behind, and whether the papers could be reused (one of the benefits of parchment is that it should be possible to reuse the same piece a few times). 

We tested seven traditional parchment paper rolls and tore sheet after sheet to let you know which could be effortlessly removed from their packaging and which were a pain. And for those who prefer pre-cut parchment paper sheets (though they cost more), we tested four popular brands—two of which will make your everyday and holiday cooking a breeze. Don’t forget to scroll down and read our tips on when not to use parchment paper.