Ceramic Casserole pot

Ceramic casserole pan - smooth non-stick without coating worries

A ceramic casserole pan at Cook & Pan is an aluminium casserole pan with a ceramic non-stick coating. The aluminium body keeps it lightweight and quick to heat, the ceramic coating gives you a smooth surface that stew, gravy or an oven dish slide off without trouble. No PFAS, no PTFE, no synthetic non-stick. An honest pan for anyone who likes to make stews, slow-simmered dishes or oven braises and does not want to think about what is in the coating.

How does a ceramic coating work?

The ceramic non-stick layer is made of silicon oxide, a mineral also found in sand and glass. At high temperature this layer is sprayed onto the aluminium body and fused into a smooth, hard finish. It is not plastic and not a polymer; the layer does not release any substances into your food, even when you simmer for hours. You cook on it like on plain glass: a thin film of oil or butter is enough to release everything.

Benefits of cooking with a ceramic casserole pan

• Deep pan for large portions - the casserole shape with high walls catches gravy, liquid and large pieces of meat.
• Light in the hand - noticeably lighter than a cast iron or multi-ply stainless steel casserole pan, nice when you have to lift a full lidded pan from the oven.
• Quick to heat - the aluminium body reaches searing heat for your meat in half a minute.
• Low-fat searing - with a tablespoon of oil you can sear a piece of meat or a large portion of vegetables before stewing.
• Easy to clean - usually a lukewarm wash with a soft sponge does the job; baked-on gravy releases after a few minutes of soaking.

Which hobs does a ceramic casserole pan work on?

Our ceramic casserole pans work on every heat source: induction, gas, ceramic and electric. The aluminium body has a ferromagnetic base plate baked in, so the pan picks up heat on induction too. Check your induction zone size and pick a diameter that matches, that way you avoid hot edges. On gas keep the flame under the base and not licking the sides, that extends the life of the coating.

Who is a ceramic casserole pan for?

A ceramic casserole pan is ideal for anyone who likes to braise, simmer or make large portions: stew, hachee, curry, vegetable casseroles or a whole chicken in the oven. The deep shape gives you room for liquid and large pieces, the ceramic layer keeps your dish from sticking to the pan. For the absolute hardest searing of a large piece of meat at full power, you reach for a cast iron casserole pan. Cook mainly at medium heat and want a light pan that responds fast? Then ceramic suits you well.

Care: how ceramic stays in top shape for long

The ceramic layer is hard but vulnerable to two things: thermal shock and mechanical pressure. So never rinse the pan under cold water while it is still hot, let it cool down first. Use wooden or silicone spatulas instead of metal, and avoid steel wool or scouring pads. For washing up a soft sponge with mild detergent is enough. Rubbing on a layer of oil after washing is not needed, unlike with cast iron.

How long does a ceramic casserole pan last?

Your ceramic casserole pan comes with a 7-year warranty on manufacturing and material defects and a 2-year warranty on the function of the ceramic coating. In practice the pan itself lasts for years; what changes first is the smoothness of the coating with intensive daily use. Heating up gradually and using wooden or silicone spatulas keeps it smooth the longest. Want to try it out first? You have 60 days of try-cooking to test the pan at home and still send it back if it does not suit you.

PFAS-free by material choice

Because the non-stick is purely silicon oxide, by definition there is no PFAS, PFOA or PTFE in our ceramic casserole pans. No synthetic polymers, no slow release during hours of simmering. Want to see the broader PFAS-free range? Check our casserole pan without PFAS.

See also

Want other ceramic pans alongside your casserole pan? Have a look at the ceramic frying pan for everyday frying, or the ceramic pan set for a complete kit. For an overview of the whole ceramic range head to our ceramic pans hub. Looking for casserole pans in other materials? Check the casserole pan hub.