Why choose Ceramic Pans?

Ceramic pans are more popular than ever right now! After all, who can resist the vibrant colors, beautiful designs, and the promise of saying goodbye to stubborn food stains that seem to take forever to clean?

Not to mention how the news about pans with PFAS and Teflon stirred up the world with toxic side effects. The world is now simply more aware of their choice in cookware. And that's a wonderful development for healthier cooking and living.

Now, everyone is naturally looking for safer, non-toxic alternatives to traditional non-stick pans. And that's where the ceramic pans come in, the healthy and better-performing alternative! Enter the world of ceramic pans, a prime example of pans and pots that have quickly gained popularity among health-conscious home cooks and foodies.

What is a ceramic non-stick coating?

A ceramic non-stick coating is a smooth structure that is applied in layers to a pan or pot. The advantage of the ceramic non-stick coating is that it is 100% healthy. Unlike other non-stick coatings that contain, for example, PFAS, PFTE, PFOA, or Teflon. The ceramic non-stick coating consists of ceramic, a healthy and natural product that is extremely smooth, which accounts for its fantastic non-stick functions, but can also withstand extreme heat. Ideal for use in the oven or cooking at a slightly higher temperature.

The Benefits of ceramic pans at a glance:

Disclaimer: the following benefits are based on the ceramic pans and ceramic frying pans from the Cook and Pan brand.

Durability and years of cooking pleasure

The strong shape and structure of the cookware set in combination with the protective ceramic layer ensures a robust surface that is resistant to wear and scratches. This results in pans that last a long time and can withstand the challenges of daily cooking.

Fast and even heat distribution

The use of high-quality metal cores in the ceramic pans ensures an even distribution of heat during the cooking process. This even heating prevents hotspots and ensures consistent preparation of your dishes. This allows dishes to retain their flavor and texture, resulting in perfect meals for friends and family. An additional advantage is that the pans heat up faster and your dish is ready up to 30% faster. This not only saves time, but also makes the pans up to 30% more energy efficient.

Cooking without PFAS

One of the most compelling benefits of ceramic pans is the healthy cooking experience they offer. Compared to other non-stick pans, ceramic pans are free of harmful chemicals such as PFAS, Teflon, PFOA and PTFE. This means that your meals are free of harmful substances, so you can confidently prepare healthy and nutritious dishes with our PFAS-free pans.

Easy maintenance and cleaning

Thanks to the smooth ceramic layer, ceramic pans are easy to clean and maintain. Food residues do not easily adhere to the surface, so you can effortlessly clean them with mild soap and warm water. With minimal effort, these pans retain their shiny appearance and continue to look like new, even after repeated use. You can also simply put the pans in the dishwasher after preparing your favorite dish. However, we always recommend hand washing so that you can get the most out of the pans.

Stylish and elegant design

In addition to the functional benefits, ceramic pans add a touch of style to any kitchen. Certainly with the designs of the BY C&P pans, these are designed by Dutch designers. With their sleek finish and available beautiful colors, these pans can enhance the look of your kitchen and dining table. Whether it's a professional kitchen environment or a cozy home kitchen, ceramic pans fit perfectly with any kitchen style and add a touch of elegance to the cooking space

The Disadvantages of Ceramic Pans:

It is scratch-resistant, but keep sharp objects away anyway

This is where it gets a little complicated. High-quality ceramic cookware like ours at Cook and Pan (hey, we're pretty proud of our cookware!) is incredibly durable and scratch-resistant. Even though we say it's scratch-resistant, it's not scratch- and cut-proof, so DO NOT scrub with steel wool or cut hard with metal knives etc!

This basically means that it won't scratch easily when you need to scrub stubborn stains or when you serve directly from it with a metal serving spoon. Yes, metal utensils such as serving spoons and ladles are safe to use. Please just skip the knives and sharp objects in general, out of love for your ceramic non-stick pans and pots.

Avoid large differences in heat

Do you recognize that sometimes you just want to wash your pans quickly, but get impatient because they are still hot and run them under cold water anyway? You'd rather avoid that with ceramic cookware. Exposure to sudden temperature changes can cause the ceramic pans to expand and/or contract too quickly. This can potentially lead to slight warping. That's called thermal shock. Now our pans are made with a thickened bottom, which reduces the chance of warping, other brands often don't have this, so a sudden difference in heat can lead to warping.

What you can do is let hot ceramic pans cool before washing them in the sink. This effectively eliminates exposure to sudden temperature changes, keeping the ceramic pans safe and intact.

But it also applies the other way around: don't heat it up too quickly. The ceramic pan heats up very quickly. When you place the pan on the stove, do not heat it directly to the maximum. The pan is cold, and heating it directly to maximum temperature is unnecessary. Start with half power and gradually increase it if necessary. Never turn it up too high at once, as this could also potentially lead to warping. Again: at Cook and Pan we use thickened bottoms, which minimizes the chance of this. But other brands don't always have this. So keep this in mind.

Oiling is nice once in a while

Ceramic pans logically have a ceramic non-stick coating. As a rule, this does not necessarily need maintenance, but it is nice if you want the pan to continue to perform optimally over the years. If you notice that the non-stick coating becomes less efficient over time, it is advisable to season or oil it. Fortunately, this is no big deal and easy to do. Place the ceramic pan or pot on low power for about 30 seconds, then add one teaspoon of vegetable oil. Then rub/scrub this out through the pan with a paper towel. That’s it! Your pans are ready to be used again. There is no specific timeline as to when you should do this, you will notice when it is necessary. Often 2 times a year is sufficient. Depending on use.