Question: can you use wax paper instead of parchment paper on baking sheet for cookies?
Answer: But wax paper is not heat-resistant; the wax will melt at high temperatures and the paper itself can catch on fire. Don't use wax paper to line baking sheets or cake pans or put it in a hot oven. ... Parchment paper is sold bleached (white) and unbleached (light brown), the color will not make a difference in your recipe.