Banneton Proofing Baskets

Choosing a Banneton Proofing Basket

A banneton supports your shaped dough during its final proof before baking. It helps the loaf hold its shape, while an unlined rattan basket can leave a distinctive flour-dusted pattern on the surface. The dough is then transferred to a suitable baking vessel—the basket itself does not go in the oven.

Round or Oval?

Round proofing baskets suit round loaves, known as boules. Oval baskets suit longer loaves, called batards. If you enjoy baking both, a mixed basket kit gives you options for different bake days.

Choose a basket that suits your usual dough quantity and the shape and size of your Dutch oven or other baking vessel. Check the dimensions in each listing before purchasing.

Individual Baskets or Banneton Kits?

An individual proofing basket is useful if you already have your scoring tool and other baking accessories, or simply want another loaf shape.

Our banneton kits bring baskets together with practical accessories. Contents vary between sets, so check each listing to find a combination that fills the gaps in your kitchen.

Explore our banneton bowl kits →

Should I Use a Basket Liner?

A liner gives your loaf a smoother surface, while using a floured basket without a liner allows the rattan pattern to show. Both approaches need suitable flouring to help the dough release.

Try each method to see which finish and routine you prefer.

How Do I Care for a Rattan Banneton?

Let your basket dry thoroughly after use, then brush away loose flour and dried dough. Avoid soaking it or putting it in the dishwasher, and store it somewhere dry with good airflow.

Read our banneton care guide for detailed instructions.

Looking for a Baking Pot Too?

If you need both a proofing basket and a Dutch oven, our Dutch oven kits bring them together with useful bread-making tools.

Explore our sourdough Dutch oven kits →

At The Sourdough Kitchen, we use these baskets in our own baking and enjoy helping others find a setup that works for them. If you’re unsure which basket to choose, get in touch—we’re happy to help.