Ready to make homemade Panettone but don't have a Panettone mold?

No problem!

You don't need a traditional paper mold to bake Panettone at home. With a cake pan, springform pan, or a little parchment paper, you can create an easy Panettone mold substitute using what you already have in your kitchen.

What Can I Use Instead of a Panettone Mold?

A traditional Panettone mold is tall and round, helping the soft dough rise upward and create Panettone's signature shape.

If you don't have one, try one of these easy alternatives:

1. Round Cake Pan + Parchment Paper

Use a round cake pan and line it with parchment paper. Create a tall parchment collar that extends several inches above the pan to support the Panettone as it rises.

2. Springform Pan

A springform pan is another great Panettone mold substitute. Line the bottom and sides with parchment paper and allow the paper to extend above the rim.

3. Deep Oven-Safe Pan

A deep, round oven-safe pan or baking dish can also work. Line it with parchment paper and leave plenty of room for your Panettone dough to rise.

4. DIY Panettone Mold

You can also create a DIY Panettone mold using sturdy oven-safe parchment paper, with foil used externally for additional support if needed.

The Easy Parchment Collar Trick

If your pan isn't tall enough, parchment paper is your best friend.

Cut a long strip of parchment and place it around the inside edge of your pan, extending it several inches above the rim.

This creates taller sides that help support your homemade Panettone as it proofs and bakes.

Remember: Panettone Needs Room to Rise

Panettone dough needs plenty of room during its final proof. Watch the dough rather than relying only on the clock, as rising time can change depending on the temperature of your kitchen.

And don't worry if your finished Panettone is slightly shorter or wider than the traditional version.

It will still be homemade Panettone — and that's what makes it special.

Making Panettone at Home Can Be Simple

At One Bottle Bakery, we believe European baking traditions should be easier to enjoy at home.

Our One Bottle Bakery Panettone Baking Mix comes with the dry ingredients conveniently pre-measured, helping take some of the complication out of making this iconic Italian Christmas bread.

And now you know you don't even need special equipment to get started.