Parchment paper is made from cellulose fibers prepared from fir trees or plants such as cotton or flax. Paper can be made which mimics the thickness and smooth surface of parchment. The terms refer to the finish of the paper and should not be relied upon as an indicator of its long term stability.

Where did parchment paper originate?

parchment, the processed skins of certain animals—chiefly sheep, goats, and calves—that have been prepared for the purpose of writing on them. The name apparently derives from the ancient Greek city of Pergamum (modern Bergama, Turkey), where parchment is said to have been invented in the 2nd century bc.

What's parchment paper made of?

Parchment papers are cellulose based papers used for baking. These papers are acid treated and they give a non- stick like surface while baking. Generally, parchment paper is made by running sheets of paper pulp through a bath of sulfuric acid or zinc chloride.