Brod & Taylor
Brod & Taylor Baking Shell (Batard)
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Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Brød & Taylor |
| Product | Baking Shell (Batard) |
| Product Type | Bread Baking Cover |
| Shape | Batard |
| Material | Pure Anodized Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 12.5 x 8 x 5.5 in |
| Metric Dimensions | 32 x 20 x 14 cm |
| Weight | 1 lb 1 oz / 480 g |
| Maximum Dough Weight | Approximately 800 g |
| Maximum Oven Temperature | 550°F / 288°C |
| Preheating Required | No |
| Steam Source | Moisture Released by Dough |
Use & Care
The Baking Shell itself does not require preheating.
Place shell over dough immediately after loading.
Bake covered at 450-475°F / 230-245°C for approximately 20 minutes.
Remove with oven mitts and continue baking uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until finished.
No seasoning required.
Clean only when needed with mild soap and a soft sponge.
Avoid abrasive cleaners and scrubbers.
Dishwasher not recommended.
Brød & Taylor Baking Shell (Batard)
Lightweight anodized aluminum bread cover that traps steam around batard loaves for better oven spring and crisp crusts
The Brød & Taylor Baking Shell (Batard) creates the steamy environment artisan bread needs without lowering dough into a heavy preheated Dutch oven. Its compact shape is designed for batard loaves up to approximately 800 grams, while lightweight aluminum heats quickly enough that the shell itself does not need to be preheated.
Why Order from Design & Grace
Authorized Brød & Taylor retailer: Design & Grace is an authorized Brød & Taylor retailer, so you receive a genuine product backed by the manufacturer's warranty.
Ships from Texas: Your Baking Shell is carefully packed and shipped from our Texas facility.
Steam Baking Without the Heavy Pot
Place the Baking Shell over your shaped loaf on a preheated baking steel or stone. The shell captures moisture released naturally by the dough, keeping the crust flexible during the early part of the bake so the loaf can expand properly.
After the covered portion of the bake, remove the shell and let the dry oven heat finish browning and crisping the crust. The narrower Batard shape also takes up less oven and storage space than the larger Boule version.
Signature Features
No shell preheating required: Lightweight aluminum reaches oven temperature quickly after it is placed over the dough.
Designed for batard loaves: The compact elongated shape accommodates approximately 800 grams of batard-shaped dough.
Traps natural steam: The shell captures moisture released by the dough, so there is no need to add water or ice for steam.
Pure anodized aluminum: The surface uses anodized aluminum without non-stick chemical coatings or additives.
Lightweight handling: At approximately 1 pound 1 ounce, the shell is easy to position and remove with oven mitts.
High-heat capable: Safe for oven temperatures up to 550°F / 288°C.
Compact footprint: The Batard Shell takes up less storage space than the Boule version and may allow two shells to fit side by side on a sufficiently wide baking surface.
Countertop bread cover: Between bakes, the shell can also serve as a lightweight cover for bread stored on a cutting board or countertop.
From Our Founder
"The Batard Shell gives you the steam environment bread needs without wrestling with a heavy preheated pot. It is especially practical if you bake elongated loaves and want a compact setup that is easy to handle and store."
Tony Boulton, Founder, Design & Grace
Ships from Texas with Confidence
Design & Grace is an authorized Brød & Taylor retailer. Your Baking Shell is backed by Brød & Taylor's 3-year limited warranty with product registration and ships carefully packed from our Texas facility.
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Brod & Taylor Product Information & FAQs
Helpful information about Brod & Taylor products, bread baking tools, care, and buying with confidence from Design & Grace.
Who are Brod & Taylor?
Brod & Taylor are a small team of designers and engineers focused on solving specific challenges in the kitchen. They’re best known for creating the original folding proofer, designed to give home bakers precise control over fermentation. Since then, they’ve expanded into a range of thoughtfully engineered tools, all built around consistency, simplicity, and reliable performance at home.
Buying with Confidence from Design & Grace
Design & Grace are an Authorized Brod & Taylor USA Dealer and online retailer. Every product we sell is genuine, brand new, and backed by full manufacturer warranties. Our knowledgeable team is here to help you choose the right product and support you long after your purchase.
What makes Brod & Taylor products different?
Brod & Taylor focus on solving real problems in the kitchen, particularly around temperature control and consistency. Their tools are thoughtfully engineered, easy to use, and designed to deliver professional-level results in a home environment.
Do I need a proofing box for sourdough?
A proofing box isn’t essential, but it makes a significant difference. Sourdough is highly sensitive to temperature, and a controlled environment helps ensure consistent fermentation, better structure, and more predictable results.
What is the Sourdough Home used for?
The Sourdough Home is designed to maintain a precise temperature for your starter. It keeps your starter active and consistent, reducing daily variation and helping you bake with more confidence.
What does a bread steel do?
A bread steel stores and delivers strong, even heat from below your dough during baking. This improves oven spring, helps develop a better crust, and creates more consistent results compared to standard baking trays.
How do baking shells improve bread baking?
Baking shells trap steam around your dough during the early stage of baking. This allows the bread to expand fully before the crust sets, resulting in better rise, improved texture, and a crisp, crackling crust.
Are Brod & Taylor products easy to use at home?
Yes. While the results are professional-level, the products are designed to be simple and intuitive. Most require minimal setup and quickly become part of a regular baking routine
Are Design & Grace an authorized Brod & Taylor dealer?
Yes. Design & Grace is an authorized retailer of Brod & Taylor products. All items are genuine, backed by manufacturer support, and shipped directly from the U.S.
How fast is shipping?
We offer fast and free shipping for orders over $30 across the USA on qualifying orders. Orders placed before 2pm CST typically ship the same day.
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