Beeswax wraps are a great clean alternative to saran wrap for food storage! They are washable and reusable, and so unbelievably simple to make on your own. They will save you so much money as they last for years and years- plus they are super cute!
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Why Homemade Beeswax Wraps?
- It saves money! When properly taken care of, beeswax wraps can last you for many, many years.
- It’s plastic free and a much safer option for storing foods. I am trying to cut the use of plastic wherever I can, and this is such an easy swap!
- Beeswax has antimicrobial properties, so you don’t have to worry about bacteria growing on them.
- They are super cute as a cover for your sourdough starter and make great gifts for others!
Ingredients: There are only 3!
I purchased this one and have been looking at this one. It is really important that your fabric is 100% Cotton. Cotton absorbs the beeswax beautifully and is a natural fiber. There are a lot of Cotton-Polyester blends, but Polyester is a type of plastic. I wouldn’t opt for anything except 100% cotton. When cutting, I use these scissors to get a nice edge.
- 100% Pure Beeswax
I have used Honey Lake Bee Company for years, and I love the quality of their beeswax. Please do your research and make sure the beeswax you are purchasing is clean and safe! There are many companies that sell beeswax that isn’t pure and has fillers in it.
- Pine Resin (optional)
Pine Resin is optional, but it helps if you want your beeswax wraps to be tacky. This is the one I have used and loved. I crush it up even more and sprinkle A LITTLE on top of the beeswax. I feel very confident in the quality of the brand I buy. Once again, please do your research and make sure the resin you use is of high quality and is safe. Some are not food grade or safe and can end up doing more harm than good.
Recipe
- Cut your cotton fabric to size. (these scissors are great!).
- Line a cookie sheet with unbleached parchment paper. Then, lay your fabric on top.
- Next, shred your beeswax if necessary.
- Sprinkle your beeswax on your fabric. Be very generous! You want to cover every inch of the fabric with beeswax in order for it to be nice and even.
- This step is completely optional, but if you want your beeswax wraps to be tacky, you can sprinkle pine resin on it. A little goes a LONG way!
- After you have sprinkled your beeswax and/or pine resin, cover the fabric in unbleached parchment paper. Your beeswax coated fabric should now be sandwiched between two pieces of parchment paper.
- Using a hot iron, press the parchment paper until the beeswax melts entirely. I find that hitting the steam button helps speed the process up. Then, allow the paper and fabric to cool.
- Once cooled, peel the paper off and hang the beeswax wraps for a few days to cure.
- Use and enjoy!
I hope you guys enjoy this simple DIY. Homemade beeswax wraps are such an easy swap towards a more natural way of storing food. One less piece of plastic in my home = a very happy me!
