Pastry Knife

What is a pastry knife used for?

The pastry serrated knife is the best option for cutting any type of pastry without damaging or spoiling cakes, sponge cakes, or pastries. Although a bread knife is often used in many cases, if you are a lover of sweets, it is recommended to have this type of accessory in your knife set.

The serrated blade it is made with facilitates the cutting of these foods.

Characteristics of a pastry knife

The main function of pastry knives is to ensure that the pieces of cake or pastry are perfectly cut, preserving the texture of the sweet treat.

The blade of these knives is characterized by being straight, slightly curved, wide, long, and serrated. It is usually made of stainless steel and can cover large surfaces without damaging the sponge cake.

The approximate length is usually between 25-30 centimeters. Depending on the manufacturer, you can find models with handles made of different materials, including wood and polypropylene plastic.

Is it worth having a cake knife at home?

The pastry knife may seem unnecessary in a kitchen. However, it is the type of knife that you will use more than you might think.

Thanks to its characteristics, you can cut cakes very precisely at any event or birthday, without losing a single crumb. Moreover, you can also use it to slice bread or other foods with a similar texture.

Buying a pastry knife at Arcos

At Arcos, we have a wide variety of knives for cutting cakes. Choose the one that best suits your needs and expand your home knife set.