I like the ones that are one seamless piece since they are easier to clean (hello, dishwasher!) and are comfortable in your hands. Look for the kind that fits your style of cooking. Get them in colors that match your decor. Even the most functional of kitchen tools should also bring you visual happiness. The carefully designed GIR Ultimate Spatula is exactly what you’re looking for in a silicone utensil: It’s the right balance between rigid and flexible, feels comfortable in your hands, and comes in a rainbow of colors to match any kitchen décor. The hardest part, I think, is choosing a color. What We Love: Has pieces for scraping, frosting, and baking; comes in five colors; heat-resistant up to 600°F The U-Taste silicone spatula set includes all the pieces you would need for your baking projects. The four-piece set comes with a large spatula, a mini spatula, a spoon spatula, and a jar spatula, which doubles as a tool for spreading frosting. (The company also offers a 600°F High Heat-Resistant three-piece silicone set, which has the same pieces as the four-piece, but excluding the jar spatula.)

Although silicone is an inert material, it can sometimes take on odors. You can get rid of smells on your silicone spatula by soaking it in a 50/50 solution of white vinegar and water. Just pour in enough to submerge it, and let it sit for about a minute before washing. Alternatively, you can make a solution of baking soda and warm water with a little bit of dish soap, and let your silicone soak for about a minute before washing and rinsing. Let your spatula air-dry and it should be good to go. It depends on the silicone manufacturer, but most silicone spatulas can withstand heat from 400 degrees to 600 degrees Fahrenheit, hotter than most home ovens can get. The silicone spatulas come with Cuisinart’s usual lifetime limited warranty, but they are sturdy enough to last for years of use.

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Dimensions (LxW ): 9.4 x 1 inches (jar spatula), 10.6 x 2.4 inches (spoon spatula), 10.6 x 2.4 inches (large spatula), and 8.1 x 1.6 inches (mini spatula) | Heat Resistance: Up to 600°F | Dishwasher-Safe? Yes If you’re a fan of high-heat cooking like I am, get a silicone spatula that is graded for up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. It makes for easy cooking in the skillet, baking, and even glazing to get every last bit off the pan for sauce or gravy. Their one-piece design makes them easy to clean and keeps them looking new after dozens of uses. Plus, the bright, distinct colors make them easy to find in your utensil drawer. The KitchenAid silicone spatula comes in both red and aqua colors on an environmentally friendly bamboo handle. Although it’s not dishwasher-safe, you can easily hand-wash the spatula for light use.

Furthermore, because of their elasticity, silicone spatulas (unlike metal ones) are less likely to scratch your cookware, especially if you’re using coated ones. Plus, the best ones tend to be easier to clean than other types of spatulas. And I’d be remiss not to mention that silicone spatulas come in many fun shapes and colors.

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Dimensions (LxW): 8 x 2 inches (scoop), 8 x 1 inches(jar scraper), 8 x 1.5 inches (standard) | Weight: About 2 ounces each | Heat Resistance: Up to 425°F | Dishwasher-Safe? Yes Dimensions (LxW): 11 x 2 inches | Weight: 2.9 ounces | Heat Resistance: Up to 500°F | Dishwasher-Safe? No

But how is one to choose from the many options available? To help you decide, I took into consideration the shapes and sizes of the spatula heads, the feel and length of the handles, and their overall durability, flexibility, and rigidity. And, perhaps most importantly, I looked into how well they hold up to high heat. The GIR: Get It Right Premium Silicone Spatula can not only handle high temperatures, but it also strikes the perfect balance between rigid and flexible. GIR makes my absolute favorite silicone spatula. It's almost never in the drawer because it's always in the dishwasher. It has a firm core that makes it great for mixing even sturdy doughs, but the spatula part is flexible enough to get in all the corners. Plus, they come in such fun colors!” — Emma Christensen, Editor in Chief Perhaps you’ve run a silicone spatula or two in the course of your cooking and baking adventures—but what exactly sets them apart from other types of spatulas? One of the benefits of these silicone tools is that, unlike plastic ones, they are “chemically inert and stable,” according to Scientific American, so it’s less likely that they'll react with or leach into whatever you’re cooking . Out of DI ORO’s line of turner spatulas, its Designer Series Classic is the perfect size for everyday use—great for flipping eggs, pancakes, or anything else. In fact, some reviewers say that it has just the right amount of give but is still sturdy enough to be able to really get under a fried egg when flipping (compared with fully metal spatulas, for example). The heat-resistant silicone can withstand temperatures of up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit. The one-piece, stain-proof design makes the spatulas easy to clean, and they come in an array of five different color choices. They are heat-resistant to up to 600 degrees, so it's safe to use with any oven or bakeware.Because of its wooden handle, it’s not dishwasher-safe, though the handle is sturdy and easy to grip. At the spatula’s economic price, though, you can keep several around for everyday use. You’ll want to choose your silicone spatulas depending on its use. Big on baking? Get the ones with flexible, broad heads for scraping every last drop of the batter into your pans. Do a lot of canning? you’ll want a set of mini spatulas or a jar spatula. We like ones with stiff but flexible heads that taper off for better scraping.