The 5 Best Non Toxic Bakeware Brands In 2024
If you love cast iron like I do, you’ll love Lodge Cast Iron bakeware. It comes in every size and so many shapes for a variety of baking preferences and needs.
360-Cookware’s durable handmade, easy-to-clean, stainless steel bakeware is top-of-the-line and used by chefs around the world!
Made In uses a 202-year-old recipe to create the best porcelain bakeware with a thermal shock feature and naturally nonstick surfaces.
Able to withstand 1,000โ and an open flame, Kana’s versatile bakeware is perfect for all types of baking without the need for multiple pans!
๐ฅI remember when we started baking our own homemade bread and making our own cereal and other baked goods.
At first, we paid little attention to what materials we used but after learning about harmful chemicals like PFAS, PTFE(Teflon), lead, and cadmium that can leach into food during baking, we began paying extra close attention to what bakeware we used.
We did tons of research and tried out different baking materials to find the safest non toxic bakeware brands.
So if you too, want to use the safest and best non toxic bakeware, then youโre in the right place.๐๐ฝ
TL;DR:
The Best Non Toxic Bakeware Brands are:
- Caraway Home – Best Overall
- Lodge Cast Iron
- 360 Cookware
- Made In
- Kana
The 5 Best Non Toxic Bakeware & Baking Sheet Brands
Caraway – Best Overall
While a bit higher in price than other brands, we fully believe it’s an investment worth every dime.
Caraway stood out for its cream-colored, nonstick ceramic bakeware, free of PTFE, PFAS, heavy metals, and hard anodization.
Sometimes with non toxic bakeware, you have to compromise on convenience such as easy cleaning and available styles but not with Caraway! You get super chic-looking bakeware that won’t require any extra elbow grease when cleaning!!
And as far as bakeware pieces, they have it all!! Baking sheets, loaf pans, muffin tins, casserole dishes, and they come in different color options!
Brand Features:๐
- Price: $40 to $595 (They run sales pretty frequently)
- Material: Ceramic
- Made without: Free of PFOA, PTFE, PFAS, heavy metals, and hard anodization.
- Storage organizers: Bakeware sets come with space-saving storage organizers.
- Non-Stick: Requires less oil or butter for cooking and less scrubbing for cleaning.
- Oven safe up to 550ยฐF
- Shipping: Approximately 2-4 business days once processed
- Warranty: 1 Year from date of purchase
- Return Policy: 30 days from the date of delivery to return the item(s) for a full refund.
- Downside: A bit more expensive than other brands
Lodge Cast Iron
Okay now let me just tell you right now! No other cast iron cookware or bakeware brand comes close to Lodge Cast Iron!!
I promise you you won’t find high quality and safe cast iron bakeware in sooooo many different ways. They have the most affordable bakeware sets, essentials, specialty items(my favorite is the scone pan shown in the pic), accessories, and more towels, all made in the USA.
I love how many options you have!
Just look at the pic of Lodge Cast Iron’s Scone Pan. I know kiddos and family members can be picky and when you’re trying to make one meal that satisfies everyone’s preferences it can be hard!
But with options like the Scone pan from Lodge Cast Iron, you can add different ingredients and seasoning amounts in each scone part before you throw it in the oven! Like for me I love all the spice but for my husband adding pepper is sometimes too much!๐โค๏ธ
Lodge Cast Iron truly has it all!๐
Brand Features:๐
- Price: $19.90 to $119.95
- Material: Cast Iron
- Made in the USA: Each bakeware piece is crafted in South Pittsburg, Tennessee
- Made without: PFOA or PTFE
- Heat Retention: Heat distribution and retention.
- Nonstick: Nonstick surface of seasoned cast iron makes food release easy.
- Shipping: Free shipping on items over $75 before tax.
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Downside: Not as nonstick as ceramic options but just needs some oil or butter. Cast Iron needs to be oiled after washing to prevent rust.
360 Cookware
Stainless steel is a great option for anyone looking for safe bakeware! And 360 Stainless steel bakeware by 360 Cookware is top of the line.
It has no harmful chemicals like PFAS, PFOS, PFOA, and PTFE and comes in a variety of bakeware including cookie sheets, jelly roll pans, bake & roast pans, cake pans, pie pans, loaf pans, and a 5-piece Bakeware Set.
Not to mention, these bakeware items are handmade in the USA! And because it’s made with a non-porous surface it’s super easy to clean.
With non toxic stainless steel bakeware that is oven-safe up to 500 degrees, it’s easy to see why chefs around the world use 360 Cookware.
Brand Features:๐
- Price: $99 to $715
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Made without: no PFAS, PFOS, PFOA, and PTFE.
- Handcrafted in the U.S.A: Manufactured in West Bend, Wisconsin.
- Non-Stick:
- Oven Safe Up To 500 Degrees
- Shipping: Usual orders will ship within 2 business days
- Warranty: Lifetime Warranty on select items
- Return Policy: Unused cookware can be returned within 30 days of purchase for a full refund, minus a 5% restocking fee that may apply.
- Downside: My only complaint(more of a consideration than a complaint) is that I wish the cookie sheets, especially the larger ones had a lip or siding to hold on to.
Made In
Made In is the best porcelain bakeware on the market!
You can cook everything in porcelain from baked chicken to blueberry pie and with Made In’s bakeware it’s easy and safe!
It takes 50 hours, temperatures exceeding 2500F, and a 202-year-old recipe to create its porcelain bakeware that will last you a lifetime. This is heirloom bakeware!
Not only does porcelain look good in the kitchen, it’s also safe and toxin-free.
And nope there are no nonstick PTFE surfaces involved just a naturally nonstick porcelian for easy cleaning!
But the best part is the thermal shock resistance! This means it can go from freezer to oven to table with ease. Think about how much time you’ll save!
Brand Features:๐
- Price: $59 to $217
- Material: Porcelain
- Made in France using a 202-Year-Old Porcelain Recipe
- Nonstick: Bakeware features a high-quality ceramic nonstick surface.
- Oven Safe up to 650หF
- Shipping: Free Shipping on all orders over $49
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
- Return Policy: Returns and exchanges for up to 45 days
- Downside: Porcelain can be a bit heavier to handle when taking it in and out of the oven and is easier to break than stainless steel.
Kana
Kana makes stainless steel bakeware made from Tri-ply clad 304 stainless steel to bring on the heat!!๐ฅ
Their stainless steel bakeware can withstand heat up to 1,000โ and can be used on an open flame!
As someone who hates having to use multiple pots and pans to make one meal, this is a dream come true. But the best part is you get this in B Corp-certified stainless steel.
And just to put a cherry on top, all Kana’s bakeware purchases come with complementary parchment paper so baked goods wonโt stick on the surface.
Brand Features:๐
- Price: $40 to $348.50
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Oven Safe up to 1,000โ – can be used on an open flame
- Parchment Paper: Comes with pre-cut, compostable parchment paper.
- Shipping: Shipped within 1-3 business days from purchase.
- Return Policy: Full refunds for orders purchased within 30 days that are unused and still in their original packaging.
- Warranty: Lifetime Warranty
- Downside: Tri-ply clad stainless steel is not as non-stick as other options. Just needs a little more butter or oil๐ง
What Makes Bakeware Toxic?
The chemicals and materials that make bakeware toxic are PFAS, PTFE(Teflon), and heavy metals like lead and cadmium.
PFAS used in toxic non-stick cookware and water-resistant fabrics including PFAS โ PFOA, PFOS, GenX, PFBS, PFNA, and PFHxS, are what scientists call “forever chemicals”. They’re called forever chemicals because they persist inside of us and the environment and will never go away or break down…
They’ve been used in toxic non-stick cookware and water-resistant fabrics since the 1940s and now according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 97% of Americans have PFAS in their blood.
Studies have shown that exposure to PFAS can lead to negative health outcomes.
These health effects can include increased cholesterol levels, changes in liver enzymes, decreased vaccine response in children, increased risk of high blood pressure or pre-eclampsia in pregnant women, and increased risk of certain cancers, such as kidney and testicular cancers.
PTFE also known as Teflon has been around for a while. It’s used in pots and pans to give it a nonstick surface but when heated past 500ยฐF (260ยฐC) it can release toxic fumes even causing you to have flu-like symptoms.
You also want to stay away from cookware and bakeware containing heavy metals like lead and cadmium.
These heavy metals can be found in glazes used on toxic ceramic bakeware. Lead and cadmium can leach into food, especially when bakeware is chipped or cracked. Exposure to these metals can lead to serious health issues.
You probably also bake a lot using aluminum foil. Check out our other article on whether aluminum foil is toxic or not and potential replacements.
What Makes Bakeware Safe?
When bakeware is made without PFAS, PTFE, and heavy metals like lead and cadmium, it is much safer.
By using non toxic ceramic, glass, stainless steel, and cast iron bakeware you’ll be able to protect yourself from harmful substances and worry a lot less about chemicals leaking into your food.
With more and more chemicals being introduced and put into products every year, it’s important we choose bakeware and cookware that is safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best material for bakeware depends on what you’re baking. ๐ช Metal is great for cakes and cookies due to its even heat distribution, while glass or ceramic is better for pies to achieve a nice crust, and stone or cast iron is excellent for bread and pizza for a crispy crust. ๐
Silicone bakeware is safe for use in cooking and baking but it’s important you use it within the manufacturer’s recommended temperature limits.
