---
product_id: 656208946
title: "Ultralight Baking Shell for Sourdough Bread (Batard) – No Preheating Needed for Crispy Crust and Even Baking"
brand: "brod & taylor"
price: "€ 205.14"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Brod & Taylor"
url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/656208946-ultralight-baking-shell-for-sourdough-bread-batard-no-preheating-needed
store_origin: FR
region: France
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# No preheating needed Ultralight 1 lb shell Withstands up to 550°F Ultralight Baking Shell for Sourdough Bread (Batard) – No Preheating Needed for Crispy Crust and Even Baking

**Brand:** brod & taylor
**Price:** € 205.14
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍞 Elevate your sourdough game—light, fast, flawless crust every bake!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ultralight Baking Shell for Sourdough Bread (Batard) – No Preheating Needed for Crispy Crust and Even Baking by brod & taylor
- **How much does it cost?** € 205.14 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/656208946-ultralight-baking-shell-for-sourdough-bread-batard-no-preheating-needed)

## Best For

- brod & taylor enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted brod & taylor brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dual-Purpose Design:** Use as a stylish bread dome to keep your loaves fresh and your countertop Instagram-ready.
- • **Featherweight Power:** At just 1 lb, handle your baking shell with ease—no more heavy Dutch oven struggles.
- • **Steam-Trapping Magic:** Creates the perfect humid environment for that coveted crispy crust and airy interior.
- • **Home-Kitchen Friendly:** Fits stones, steels, or baking sheets; FDA-tested aluminum ensures safe, durable use up to 550°F.
- • **Effortless Artisan Baking:** Skip the 30-45 min preheat—just cover and bake for bakery-grade crust and crumb every time.

## Overview

The Brod & Taylor Ultralight Baking Shell is a professional-grade, anodized aluminum cover designed to trap steam and evenly distribute heat for superior sourdough baking. Weighing just 1 lb and requiring no preheating, it delivers crispy crusts and airy crumbs effortlessly. Compatible with home ovens and baking steels or stones, it withstands temperatures up to 550°F and doubles as a stylish bread dome for freshness.

## Description

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Review: Love this Baking Shell! - I absolutely love this shell! My husband bought me this and the heavy weight oven steel for my birthday. They both are wonderful to use and produce great results. I have a number of good quality cast iron pans for my sour dough bread, but definitely prefer using this method. No long period of time preheating pans and the shell weighs very little. He did get me the rectangle one and I ended up returning that one and exchanging it for the boule shape. This is large enough and functional for all shaped breads. The only negative is I can only do one loaf at a time. Since I do not have to preheat the cast iron and only need to preheat the oven for the Brød and Taylor steel, it actually takes the same amount of time to do two of them. This system is expensive- but in my opinion well worth it. I highly recommend the steel and the shell for bread making!
Review: The best! - I’ve had this Brod & Taylor Ultralight Baking Shell (Boule version) for about three months now, and honestly, it hasn’t gotten the attention or praise it truly deserves; this product and the company behind it are game-changers. This has given me by far the best and most consistent sourdough baking experience of my life. Before this, I spent money on two different Dutch ovens, tried every technique out there— I was even seriously considering buying a whole new oven because nothing was giving me the crispy crust, oven spring, and airy crumb I wanted reliably. Then I discovered this Baking Shell. I paired it with their base tray/steel, and if I hadn’t, I doubt I’d ever have achieved such killer loaves at home. No preheating the cover, super lightweight, easy to handle, traps steam perfectly, and the results look and taste professional — crackly crust, beautiful ear, open crumb. It’s honestly unmatched. Huge thank you to Brod & Taylor for creating something this brilliant and practically unrivaled in the home sourdough world. If you’re tired of heavy Dutch ovens and inconsistent results, do yourself a favor and get this — you won’t regret it!

## Features

- BAKERY-QUALITY BREAD AT HOME – Creates the ideal baking environment for professional-quality bread. The Baking Shell traps steam and evenly distributes heat for a superior dough rise, crispy crust, and airy crumb. Helps your loaves look professional with a crispy, golden crust and an airy interior.
- NO PREHEATING REQUIRED – Unlike preheating a Dutch oven for 30-45 minutes, this shell requires no preheating. No need to risk touching scorching hot pots and lids. Just place your dough on a flat baking surface and cover with the shell. It also cools fast and won’t crack unlike ceramic or enameled cast iron.
- LIGHTWEIGHT & EASY TO CLEAN – This ultralight shell weighs just 1 lb, unlike your typical 15 lb Dutch oven. Cleanup is simple with a quick wipe. Cast iron pots need to be scrubbed and reseasoned, which can take 20-30 minutes after baking. This baking shell makes bread baking faster and easier.
- 3 EASY STEPS – (1) Preheat your oven with a steel or stone. (2) Place your risen dough on the hot surface. (3) Cover with the shell. That’s it. After 20 minutes, remove the shell and finish baking uncovered to brown the crust. It’s the simplest way to bake artisan bread at home.
- HOME-OVEN FRIENDLY – Designed for real home kitchens. Works on stones, steels, or baking sheets. Use two Batards side by side in wide ovens. Food-safe aluminum withstands up to 550°F, contains no chemical coatings like PTFE or PFOA, and is FDA Tested. Dimensions: 12.5 x 8 x 5.5 in. Weight: 1lb 1oz.
- DOUBLES AS A BREAD COVER – This Baking Shell also functions as a stylish bread dome to keep your loaves fresh when stored on a countertop, butcher block, or cutting board.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #20,429 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #22 in Baking Dishes |
| Brand | Brod & Taylor |
| Color | Aluminum |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 314 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Anodized |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 13.5 x 8 x 5.5 inches |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Shape | Rectangular |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Brod & Taylor
- **Color:** Aluminum
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 13.5 x 8 x 5.5 inches
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Shape:** Rectangular

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love this Baking Shell!
*by J***N on February 25, 2026*

I absolutely love this shell! My husband bought me this and the heavy weight oven steel for my birthday. They both are wonderful to use and produce great results. I have a number of good quality cast iron pans for my sour dough bread, but definitely prefer using this method. No long period of time preheating pans and the shell weighs very little. He did get me the rectangle one and I ended up returning that one and exchanging it for the boule shape. This is large enough and functional for all shaped breads. The only negative is I can only do one loaf at a time. Since I do not have to preheat the cast iron and only need to preheat the oven for the Brød and Taylor steel, it actually takes the same amount of time to do two of them. This system is expensive- but in my opinion well worth it. I highly recommend the steel and the shell for bread making!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best!
*by S***Z on February 16, 2026*

I’ve had this Brod & Taylor Ultralight Baking Shell (Boule version) for about three months now, and honestly, it hasn’t gotten the attention or praise it truly deserves; this product and the company behind it are game-changers. This has given me by far the best and most consistent sourdough baking experience of my life. Before this, I spent money on two different Dutch ovens, tried every technique out there— I was even seriously considering buying a whole new oven because nothing was giving me the crispy crust, oven spring, and airy crumb I wanted reliably. Then I discovered this Baking Shell. I paired it with their base tray/steel, and if I hadn’t, I doubt I’d ever have achieved such killer loaves at home. No preheating the cover, super lightweight, easy to handle, traps steam perfectly, and the results look and taste professional — crackly crust, beautiful ear, open crumb. It’s honestly unmatched. Huge thank you to Brod & Taylor for creating something this brilliant and practically unrivaled in the home sourdough world. If you’re tired of heavy Dutch ovens and inconsistent results, do yourself a favor and get this — you won’t regret it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lightweight, Durable, and Perfect for Artisan Baking at Home
*by E***C on September 10, 2025*

The Brod & Taylor Ultralight Baking Shell has been a game-changer for my steam oven baking. It is impressively lightweight, making it easy to insert and remove even when hot, yet it feels very durable and solid. The flat, smooth surface ensures even heat distribution, which gives consistent browning and a nice crisp crust on bread, pizza, and pastries. I also appreciate that the edges are slightly raised, helping to keep dough or batter in place without spilling. Cleanup is simple since nothing sticks, and the non-reactive surface maintains its quality over time. The shell is slightly larger than I expected, so storage requires a bit of planning, but the quality, performance, and versatility make it an excellent tool for any serious home baker.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-13*