# Cherry, Cherry baby! {Cherry wood rolling pin} **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Tags:** food-cooking\ **Created:** [January 24, 2026, 2:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970 "2026-01-24T02:24:30Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 11\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Beckdawrek](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/beckdawrek/32/3647_2.png) [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Post date:** [January 24, 2026, 2:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/1 "2026-01-24T02:24:30Z")
I bought my Mid-dau a new Cherry wood rolling pin. Does it need seasoning? Anyone know? ---
**Author:** ![Aspenglow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/aspenglow/32/76_2.png) [@Aspenglow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aspenglow)\ **Post date:** [January 24, 2026, 2:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/2 "2026-01-24T02:37:07Z")
I wouldn’t season it. But neither would I wash it. Just rolling out pastry will season it after a couple of uses, whether she uses butter, lard or Crisco in her pie crust. To wash, just wipe it off with a damp sponge. ---
**Author:** ![Beckdawrek](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/beckdawrek/32/3647_2.png) [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Post date:** [January 24, 2026, 4:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/3 "2026-01-24T04:07:00Z")
That sounds like a good idea to me. ---
**Author:** ![running\_coach](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/running_coach/32/15836_2.png) [@running\_coach](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/running_coach)\ **Post date:** [January 24, 2026, 12:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/4 "2026-01-24T12:42:15Z")
Is it [Diamond](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqKZ_iwT-uA)-studded? ---
**Author:** ![Beckdawrek](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/beckdawrek/32/3647_2.png) [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Post date:** [January 24, 2026, 5:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/5 "2026-01-24T17:58:27Z")
Sweet Caroline, I believe you have it!! (Sweet, just found my new interjection) ---
**Author:** ![puzzlegal](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/puzzlegal/32/3827_2.png) [@puzzlegal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/puzzlegal)\ **Post date:** [January 24, 2026, 6:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/6 "2026-01-24T18:51:58Z")
I rinse mine in the sink, under the tap. Then dry it. But mine is quite old, and was fully seasoned when it came to me. I have never seasoned a rolling pin. But if i had a new cherry rolling pin, i might rub in some culinary-grade mineral oil. It will make it beautiful, and doesn’t have any flavor to speak of. Of course, then you’ll cover the wood with flour when you use it. 😉 ---
**Author:** ![Aspenglow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/aspenglow/32/76_2.png) [@Aspenglow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aspenglow)\ **Post date:** [January 24, 2026, 7:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/7 "2026-01-24T19:05:49Z")
I don’t rinse my own very old one, and in fact have been known to just give it a quick wipe down with a dry paper towel to remove the obvious leftover pastry crumbs or stuck-on dough. Also never seasoned a rolling pin. I do use mineral oil regularly on my butcher block. I just think for a rolling pin, seasoning is redundant since you’ll mostly use it to roll out dough laden with fat. But it wouldn’t hurt. ---
**Author:** ![Beckdawrek](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/beckdawrek/32/3647_2.png) [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Post date:** [January 24, 2026, 7:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/8 "2026-01-24T19:21:44Z")
I tend to be in “wipe obvious residue” and move on myself. A nonstick pan, Iron skillets and wood cutting board. My old rolling pins were my Granny’s. One has red handles that’s really old so it’s off limits. They came seasoned and ready to go But the heavy one my Daughter has used here is cracking lengthwise. And we decided a new one was in order. It’s a French shaped one. No handles, just narrower at the ends. She hasn’t had occasion to use it yet. And we were just wondering… ---
**Author:** ![markn\_1](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/f9ae1b/32.png) [@markn\_1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/markn_1)\ **Post date:** [January 25, 2026, 8:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/9 "2026-01-25T20:47:21Z")
This manufacturer of rolling pins recommends seasoning with mineral oil to prevent cracking, and re-seasoning every few months. > **[How to Clean and Maintain Your Wooden Rolling Pin for Optimal Use - Forest Decor](https://forest-decor.com/blog/how-to-clean-and-maintain-wooden-rolling-pin/)** > > Maximize the lifespan of your wooden rolling pin with our tips for proper cleaning and maintenance. Learn how to clean, sanitize, and season your wooden rolling pin for perfect results every time. ---
**Author:** ![Aspenglow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/aspenglow/32/76_2.png) [@Aspenglow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aspenglow)\ **Post date:** [January 25, 2026, 8:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/10 "2026-01-25T20:51:01Z")
Well then, ignorance fought – thanks! Too late for my ancient one, but Beck’s daughter’s will be properly cared for. ---
**Author:** ![Beckdawrek](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/beckdawrek/32/3647_2.png) [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Post date:** [January 25, 2026, 8:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970/11 "2026-01-25T20:55:51Z")
Thanks, great article. I passed it on the my daughter.