Cookie cutter for baked goods and / or pasta

Abstract

Cookie cutter (1) for baked goods and / or pasta, in particular for cutting out cinnamon stars, comprising: - a first molded part (2) with a first cutting edge (5) which is arranged in a first plane (E 1 ) lies, - at least one second molded part (3) with at least one second cutting edge (6), which is in each case in a second plane (E 2 ) and - at least one elastically deformable connecting element (4) which elastically connects the molded parts (2, 3) to one another, -- wherein the molded parts (2, 3) are capable of assuming a first position and a cutting-out position by elastic deformation of the at least one connecting element (4), -- wherein the cookie cutter (1) is formed in one piece.

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a cookie cutter for baked goods and / or pasta, in particular for cutting out cinnamon stars.

[0002] Various types of cookie cutters are known in the art, but they often have the disadvantage that the cut-out dough cannot be removed without damage. Other cookie cutters, on the other hand, are complex to manufacture.

[0003] The object of the present invention is to improve a cookie cutter for baked goods and / or pasta.

[0004] According to the invention, it was recognized that a cookie cutter with a first mold part and a second mold part, which can be moved from a first position to a cutting position via an elastically deformable connecting element, is particularly advantageous. The first position can be an unloaded basic position or a loaded dough-holding position.

[0005] A one-piece design of the cookie cutter has proven to be particularly cost- and time-effective in production. A one-piece design can be defined as a material-integrated design that requires no assembly or joining steps.

[0006] The elastic effect of the connecting element is advantageously achieved through the elastic properties of the material. Alternatively, a restoring element, such as a spring, can be provided, which creates a restoring force and thus elastic deformability.

[0007] The cookie cutter has a first and at least one second mold part. The cookie cutter can, in particular, have more than two mold parts. Preferably, the cookie cutter can have between two and 10, in particular between two and eight, in particular between two and six, in particular between two and four mold parts. The term "between" is to be understood here to mean that the edge regions are part of the interval.

[0008] A cookie cutter according to claim 2 has proven to be particularly simple and cost-effective to produce. The first molded part, the at least one second molded part, and the connecting element are connected to one another in a single piece. In particular, the first molded part, the at least one second molded part, and the connecting element can be connected to one another by a material fit.

[0009] A cookie cutter according to claim 3 indicates a preferred embodiment.

[0010] A cookie cutter according to claim 4 allows the cookie cutter, in the first position, to pierce the dough only with the cutting edge of one part of the cutter. This allows individual contours of the cutting edges to be arranged in different ways to create different cookie contours.

[0011] Preferably, the cookie cutter can have inserts that can be used to close the partial contours formed by the cutter's edge. For example, half stars can be cut out using these inserts.

[0012] A cookie cutter according to claim 5 ensures that the cutting edges of all shaped parts lie in a common plane in the cutting position and can thus penetrate the dough at the same time.

[0013] A cookie cutter according to claim 6 represents a preferred embodiment of the cookie cutter. The stop elements can ensure that a desired contour is reliably produced in the cutting position.

[0014] A cookie cutter according to claim 7 ensures that the cutting edges of the molded parts touch each other in the cutting position and form an overall contour. In particular, it is ensured that the cutting edges do not slide past each other due to their thin wall thickness. This not only maintains the contour but also prevents the connecting element from being permanently plastically deformed or breaking due to overloading.

[0015] A cookie cutter according to claim 8 enables the cutting out of a shape with a single penetration into the dough.

[0016] A cookie cutter according to claim 9 represents a preferred embodiment. Such a cookie cutter is preferably used in the production of cinnamon stars.

[0017] A cookie cutter according to claim 10 allows the molded parts to be easily gripped or held. Furthermore, the provision of at least one gripping recess can provide a point of application for applying the pressure force.

[0018] Preferably, each molded part has exactly one grip recess. Alternatively, only one of the molded parts can have a grip recess. Alternatively, each molded part can have more than one grip recess. Preferably, at least individual grip recesses are located opposite one another. Alternatively, the molded parts can have different numbers of grip recesses.

[0019] In the closed contour design as a star shape, the grip recess is formed by the depression between two points of the star.

[0020] A cookie cutter according to claim 11 is particularly secure in its grip. The grip elements can, for example, create an anti-slip effect, which ensures that a user does not slip while using the cookie cutter. The grip elements can, for example, have a coating for this purpose. The grip elements can also be designed as several ribs arranged one behind the other, which create appropriate friction.

[0021] A cookie cutter according to claim 12 represents a particularly preferred embodiment. The use of handle elements and a grip recess ensures particularly safe handling.

[0022] A cookie cutter according to claim 13 represents a preferred embodiment. By providing the grip recess and / or the grip elements at the application points for the pressure force for bringing the mold halves into the cutting position, easy operation of the cookie cutter is ensured.

[0023] When cutting dough using a cookie cutter in the cutting position, it often gets stuck in the cutter. By moving the cutter parts from the cutting position to the first position after cutting the dough, the dough is released from the cutter edge by creating a gap between the cutter edge and the dough. No additional tools are required to release the dough from the cutter. The cut-out dough retains its shape, particularly well. This is especially helpful with drier dough, such as cinnamon star dough.

[0024] A cookie cutter according to claim 14 makes it possible to cut out the dough without having to apply pressure to the cookie cutter.

[0025] Depending on the design, the dough can be further squeezed in the first position by further pressing the mold halves together to ensure it is securely held in the mold. Alternatively, the mold halves can be separated by applying pressure using a lever principle, thus easily releasing the dough from the mold halves.

[0026] A cookie cutter according to claim 15 shows a preferred manufacturing method for the cookie cutter. Injection molding allows the cookie cutter to be manufactured quickly and easily.

[0027] The cookie cutter is preferably made of an at least partially elastic plastic.

[0028] A cookie cutter according to claim 16 is particularly cost-effective and quick to manufacture. Due to the one-piece construction, no subsequent assembly or joining of the individual components is necessary, allowing the cookie cutter to be completely manufactured in a short time.

[0029] An embodiment of the subject matter according to the invention is shown in the figures. Fig. 1 a front view of a cookie cutter according to the invention, Fig. 2 a side view of the cookie cutter according to the invention, Fig. 3 a sectional view of the cookie cutter according to the invention along the section line III-III of Fig. 2 and Fig. 4 an isometric view of the cookie cutter according to the invention.

[0030] The Fig. 1 to 4 show various views of a cookie cutter 1 according to the invention. The cookie cutter 1 comprises a first mold part 2, a second mold part 3, and a connecting element 4. The first mold part 2 has a first cutting edge 5 at its lower end, and the second mold part 3 has a second cutting edge 6 at its lower end. Stop elements 7 are provided adjacent to the cutting edges 5, 6. A gap 10 is formed between the first mold part 2 and the second mold part 3.

[0031] Grip recesses 8 are provided in the first molded part 2 and the second molded part 3. Grip elements 9 are arranged in the grip recesses 8.

[0032] The at least one grip recess 8 is formed in particular by the star-shaped contour of the first molded part 2 and / or the second molded part 3.

[0033] The grip elements 9 are designed to prevent one or more of a user's fingers from slipping. The grip elements 9 are designed as parallel ribs.

[0034] The first molded part 2, the second molded part 3, and the connecting element 4 are formed as one piece, in particular by a material fit. The entire cookie cutter 1 is manufactured in one piece, in particular by injection molding. The first cutter edge 5 lies in a first plane E. 1 . The second cutting edge 6 lies in a second plane E 2 . The first level E 1 and the second level E 2 intersect at an angle α.

[0035] The molded parts 2, 3 are capable of assuming a first position and a cutting-out position by elastic deformation of the at least one connecting element 4. In the Fig. 1 to 4 only show a first position.

[0036] In the first position, the first level E 1 and the second level E 2 an angle of 90° < α < 180°. In this position, the first cutting edge 5 and the second cutting edge 6 each form the contour of half a star.

[0037] By applying a compressive force in at least one of the grip recesses 8 and / or on at least one of the grip elements 9, the connecting element 4 can be elastically deformed such that the first mold part 2 and the second mold part 3 are moved towards one another. A cutting position of the cookie cutter 1 is achieved when the stop elements 7 of the first mold part 2 and the stop elements 7 of the second mold part 3 touch at least one point. In such a position, the first cutting edge 5 and the second cutting edge 6 form a closed contour, in particular in the shape of a star. The stop elements 7 run parallel to one another in the cutting position.

[0038] In a cutting position, the first cutting edge 5 and the second cutting edge 6 lie essentially in the same plane. In particular, the planes E 1 and E 2 an angle α = 180°. In other words, the planes E 1 and E 2 into each other. This creates an overall contour, which can be used to cut out a star shape.

[0039] After the pressure force on the at least one grip recess 8 or the at least one grip element 9 is removed, the cookie cutter 1 deforms back into the first position due to the elastic design of the connecting element 4.

[0040] To use the cookie cutter 1, it is first gripped by a user in the first position and moved into the cutting position by applying pressure. The first cutting edge 5 and the second cutting edge 6 are then pressed into a dough, in particular cinnamon star dough. After piercing the dough, the cookie cutter 1 is lifted. If the cut-out dough remains in the mold, it is transported together with the mold to a storage location, for example onto a baking tray. Once the storage location is reached, the pressure is removed from the cookie cutter 1 so that the mold halves 2, 3 move back to the first position and the cut-out dough is released from the cookie cutter 1. If the dough does not completely release from the cookie cutter 1, it can be pushed downwards via the gap 10 located between the first mold part 2 and the second mold part 3.

[0041] The advantage of such use is that the cut-out dough can be easily removed from the mold and, in particular, is not damaged when removed from the cookie cutter 1.

Claims

[1] Cookie cutter (1) for baked goods and / or pasta, in particular for cutting out cinnamon stars, comprising: - a first molded part (2) with a first cutting edge (5) which is arranged in a first plane (E 1 ) lies, - at least one second molded part (3) with at least one second cutting edge (6), which is in each case in a second plane (E 2 ) and - at least one elastically deformable connecting element (4) which elastically connects the molded parts (2, 3) to one another, -- wherein the molded parts (2, 3) are capable of assuming a first position and a cutting-out position by elastic deformation of the at least one connecting element (4), -- wherein the cookie cutter (1) is formed in one piece. [2] Cookie cutter (1) according to claim 1, characterized by that the first molded part (2), the at least one second molded part (3) and the connecting element (4) are formed in one piece. [3] Cookie cutter (1) according to one of claims 1 or 2, characterized by that the first level (E 1 ) the second respective level (E 2 ) at an angle α. [4] Cookie cutter (1) according to claim 3, characterized by that the angle α in the first position is in the range 90° < α < 180°. [5] Cookie cutter (1) according to one of claims 3 or 4, characterized by that the angle α in the cutting position is α = 180°. [6] Cookie cutter (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the first molded part (2) and the at least one second molded part (3) each have at least one stop element (7) adjacent to their cutting edge (5, 6). [7] Cookie cutter (1) according to claim 6, characterized by that the stop elements (7) run parallel to each other in the cutting position and touch at least at one stop point. [8] Cookie cutter (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the cutting edges (5, 6) form a closed contour in the cutting position. [9] Cookie cutter (1) according to claim 8, characterized by that the closed contour forms a star shape. [10] Cookie cutter (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the first molded part (2) and / or the second molded part (3) has at least one grip recess (8) for engagement with at least one finger. [11] Cookie cutter (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the first molded part (2) and / or the second molded part (3) has at least one handle element (9). [12] Cookie cutter (1) according to claims 10 and 11, characterized by that the at least one handle element (9) is arranged in the at least one handle recess (8). [13] Cookie cutter (1) according to one of claims 10 to 12, characterized bythat the mold halves (5, 6) can be brought from the first position into the cutting-out position by applying a compressive force to the at least one gripping recess (8) and / or the at least one gripping element (9). [14] Cookie cutter (1) according to one of claims 10 to 12, characterized by that the mold halves (5, 6) can be brought from the cutting-out position into the first position by applying a compressive force to the at least one gripping recess (8) and / or the at least one gripping element (9). [15] Cookie cutter (1) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the cookie cutter (1) is manufactured by injection molding. [16] Cookie cutter (1) according to claim 14, characterized by that the cookie cutter (1) is injection-molded in one piece.

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