Panibois wooden pousse basket 23cm (≈700g dough) - traditional wooden proofing basket lined with heavy-duty French linen. The breathable wood supports the dough and helps a light skin form for clean scoring and a crisp crust. Proofing only - tip out to bake.
No – this is a wooden proofing basket. Prove in the basket, then tip onto a peel or tin to bake.
What dough weight fits best?
About 250g dough as a guide. Higher hydrations fill the basket more; slightly lower hydrations sit a little lower. If in doubt, size up.
How do I prevent sticking?
Dust the basket and dough lightly – rice flour resists absorption and releases well. The fitted linen gives a smoother finish and helps release.
How do I clean and store it?
Let the basket dry, then tap or brush out flour. Avoid water where possible. Store dry and away from direct heat.
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This 23cm Panibois wooden pousse basket supports and breathes during final rise, helping dough hold shape and develop a light skin for clean scoring and a crisp crust. Use well-floured (rice flour releases well) or with the fitted linen for a smoother finish. Proofing only - tip out to bake.
Specifications
Nominal dough
~700g
Approx capacity
~3.29L (to rim)
Outer diameter (top)
23cm
Outer diameter (bottom)
16.5cm
Inner diameter (top)
21cm
Inner diameter (bottom)
18cm
Height
12cm external; 11cm internal
Use
Proofing only - not for baking
Lining
Heavy-duty French linen
Materials
Thinly sliced wood
Sustainability
Fully biodegradable - made from sustainable resources
How to use
Dust the basket and dough lightly (rice flour resists sticking) or use the linen for a smooth finish.
After proof, invert onto a peel or tin, score, then bake. Do not place the basket in the oven.
For very wet doughs, chill the shaped dough briefly before unmoulding.
Care
Knock out flour and allow to dry fully between uses; brush clean.
Avoid soaking; store dry and away from direct heat.
Panibois pousse basket – FAQs
Is this for baking?
No – this is a wooden proofing basket. Prove in the basket, then tip onto a peel or tin to bake.
What dough weight fits best?
About 250g dough as a guide. Higher hydrations fill the basket more; slightly lower hydrations sit a little lower. If in doubt, size up.
How do I prevent sticking?
Dust the basket and dough lightly – rice flour resists absorption and releases well. The fitted linen gives a smoother finish and helps release.
How do I clean and store it?
Let the basket dry, then tap or brush out flour. Avoid water where possible. Store dry and away from direct heat.