Wire Cooling Rack
Purpose
A raised wire grid that fits inside a sheet pan. Elevates food for air circulation on all sides — essential for oven-roasting crispy items, cooling baked goods, and as a resting surface for cooked proteins.
Usage
Place inside a sheet pan for oven use — the pan catches drippings while the rack keeps food elevated. Use for cooling cookies and cakes (air circulates underneath, preventing soggy bottoms). Rest seared steaks on the rack so the crust stays crispy rather than steaming against a plate.
Buying Guide
Must fit inside your sheet pan. Choose oven-safe stainless steel or chrome-plated steel. Tightly spaced grids (not wide gaps) support smaller items. A half-sheet-sized rack is most versatile. Avoid non-stick coating — it's unnecessary and chips at high oven temperatures.
Materials
Compatible Heat Sources
Best For
- roasting
- cooling
- resting
- crisping
Care & Maintenance
Dishwasher safe. Scrub with baking soda for baked-on residue.