Transferring dough from a stand mixer to a proofing bowl without it sticking, tearing, or making a mess is one of the more frustrating parts of home baking. This silicone bread proofing bowl sits directly inside your stand mixer bowl to catch the dough as it's mixed, then doubles as the proofing and storage vessel — so your dough goes from kneading to proofing without ever being handled on a sticky surface.

Why It Stands Out

• ✓ Works as a Stand Mixer Insert — the bowl sits inside your existing stand mixer bowl, catching dough directly from the hook so it transfers cleanly without sticking to metal.
• ✓ Flexible Silicone Walls — the sides flex to release dough cleanly, reducing waste and the need to scrape or flour the bowl.
• ✓ Lid Included — the fitted lid covers the bowl during proofing, keeping the dough surface moist and protected without needing to stretch cling wrap over the top.
• ✓ Food-Safe Silicone — the bowl is made from food-safe silicone, suitable for direct contact with dough, batter, and other food items.
• ✓ Dishwasher Safe — both the bowl and lid are dishwasher safe for straightforward cleaning after use.
• ✓ Fridge Compatible — cover with the lid and place directly in the fridge for cold proofing or storing prepared dough overnight.
• ✓ Three Colour Options — available in Red, White, and Black to suit different kitchen styles.
• ✓ Compact Design — the rounded bowl shape stores neatly in a kitchen drawer or cabinet when not in use.

Where to Use It

• → Stand Mixer Insert — place inside your stand mixer bowl before kneading so the dough collects directly into the silicone bowl, ready for proofing.
• → Dough Proofing on the Counter — cover with the lid and leave on the counter at room temperature for the first or second proof.
• → Cold Proofing in the Fridge — seal with the lid and refrigerate for overnight or extended cold proofing of bread, pizza, or enriched doughs.
• → Dough Storage — store portioned dough in the fridge between baking sessions without needing a separate container.
• → Mixing Bowl for Batters — the flexible silicone walls make it practical for mixing and pouring batters without transferring to another vessel.

How It Works

1. As a stand mixer insert — place the silicone bowl inside your stand mixer's metal bowl before adding ingredients. The dough hook kneads through the silicone bowl, and when mixing is complete, lift the silicone bowl out with the dough already inside — no scraping or transferring required.
2. For proofing — place the lid on top of the silicone bowl to create a covered environment for the dough to rise. The lid keeps the surface from drying out during proofing at room temperature or in the fridge.
3. For release — when the dough has proofed, the flexible silicone walls allow you to ease the dough out cleanly without it tearing or sticking to the sides.

How to Use

1. Place the silicone bowl inside your stand mixer's metal bowl before adding ingredients.
2. Add your dough ingredients and mix or knead as normal using the dough hook.
3. Once kneading is complete, lift the silicone bowl out of the mixer bowl — the dough is already inside.
4. Place the lid on top and leave on the counter for room-temperature proofing, or place in the fridge for cold proofing.
5. Once proofed, flex the sides of the bowl gently to release the dough cleanly onto your work surface.
6. Wash the bowl and lid in the dishwasher or by hand after use.

Practical tip: A light coating of oil on the inside of the silicone bowl before placing the dough helps with release, particularly for wetter, high-hydration doughs.

Care and Maintenance

• ✓ Dishwasher safe — place on the top rack for regular cleaning.
• ✓ Hand wash with warm water and mild dish soap as an alternative.
• ✓ Avoid sharp utensils inside the bowl that could cut or pierce the silicone walls.
• ✓ Store flat or nested to maintain the bowl's shape when not in use.
• ✓ Do not use abrasive scrubbing pads on the silicone surface.

Product Specifications

What's Included

• ✓ 1 × Silicone proofing bowl
• ✓ 1 × Silicone lid