The Best Nonstick Bakeware Sets

Rachel Ray Cucina Nonstick Steel Bakeware Set

The Quality Basics

This set covers the main bakeware pieces you'll need — even if you already have some, it's always good to have extra.

Best Overall

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You could consider Rachel Ray’s bakeware set something of a “starter set.” It comes with one cookie sheet, two cake pans, and a small muffin pan. It’s an excellent foundation for anyone entering into the world of baking, as cookies, muffins, and cakes are all fairly approachable recipes. The pans are made of steel, are thick and durable, but still lightweight. We love the burnished look of this set and the pop of color from the silicone handles. The best part is that even if you already have enough bakeware, it’s always great to have extra on hand — chances are you’re probably baking more than one batch of cookies.

Pros:

• The handles on these pans are all well-shaped, roomy, and comfortable
• Cookie sheet tray is nice and deep, making this a great multipurpose tool for roasting veggies or one-sheet meals
• Comes with different colored silicone handles

Cons:

• The muffin tin is small, making six muffins instead of the usual dozen

G&S Nonstick Steel Bakeware

Convenience at Its Finest

This set was made for those quick meals and desserts — pizzas, cookies, and the like — but they're great multifunctional pieces too.

Best for Quick Bakes

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Baking sheets are really versatile, which is why G&S’s bakeware shines. The pieces are made of steel for even heating. The set comes with two small pizza pans, a small cookie sheet, a cooking rack, and two different broil pans. They all fit easily into your toaster oven, so they’re convenient and easy to use. We’re fans of using toaster ovens whenever possible since they heat faster, save energy, and make for quick weekday meals.

Pros:

• Wonderful for baking a quick treat that’s already prepped and waiting in the freezer
• Easy to store and don’t take up much space
• Dishwasher-safe

Cons:

• Not ideal for baking standard-sized recipes

Farberware Nonstick Steel Bakeware Set

All That and More

Consider this the start of many baking adventures — it's the complete package when it comes to nonstick bakeware.

Most Complete Set

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At some point, you may want to take the plunge and invest in more baking pans, and Farberware’s bakeware set is a great option. It comes with cookie sheets, a loaf pan, and muffin tin — just to name a few of the high-quality, warp-resistant stainless steel pieces. The handles are comfortable, and we like the minimal, no-frills look of these pieces. Having multiples means you cut down on having to bake in batches, making big bakes much more convenient. Overall, it’s a wonderful set to have for many future baking experiments.

Pros:

• Ideal if you need an array of baking essentials
• A good cooling rack is always handy for many kitchen needs, and we love this chrome-plated one
• Dishwasher-safe

Cons:

• Not great for those who are worried about storage

Encounter Silicone Bakeware Set

A Little Something Special

Silicone bakeware is wonderfully nonstick, and this set comes with plenty of fun and functional shapes.

Best Variety

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Silicone bakeware shines when it comes to easy unmolding. Encounter’s bakeware set comes with a ton of unique shapes, including a bundt pan, donut pan, and even individual cupcake molds in fun shapes like stars and hearts. The set is made of 100% food-grade silicone, and the pieces are flexible but durable. Silicone is also super easy to clean and store since you can compress them to fit into tighter spaces. We think these would be great for baking with kids since the unique shapes and colors add instant fun.

Pros:

• Safe to use in the freezer, microwave, and dishwasher
• The edges of the pans have a metal rim for support, making them much more stable than typical silicone bakeware

Cons:

• Though they’re reinforced, you may still want to put the pans on a cookie sheet for extra support

Nutrichef Nonstick Ceramic Bakeware Set

Pretty as a Picture

This versatile set is especially ideal for transporting baked dishes to and from parties and get-togethers.

Best Ceramic

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We’re always fans of fewer dishes to wash, and ceramic bakeware is made so you can bake and serve your food in one dish. This ceramic set from Nutrichef is made with a nonstick coating that’s PTFE-, PFOA-, and PFOS-free. These pieces are nonporous and won’t absorb food odors, and since they’re not metal, you don’t have to worry about your pan reacting with your food and resulting in a metallic taste. These are particularly great for baking casseroles and lasagna, and our favorite part is that these look great straight out of the oven and onto the dinner table.

Pros:

• Available in different colors
• They stack neatly in each other for easy storage
• Safe for the oven, microwave, and dishwasher

Cons:

• Heavier and more breakable than metal bakeware

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the pros and cons of different bakeware materials?

Metal bakeware is excellent for conducting heat, which means you’ll get crispier and browner edges and more even browning overall. Glass and ceramic are similar — they conduct heat well, but baked goods might not bake as evenly. Silicone isn’t the best conductor of heat, and baked goods don’t brown well in silicone bakeware, but they’re ideal for releasing baked goods easily.

When should I use a particular material of bakeware?

Metal bakeware is great if you’re looking for a crisp crust, so cookies, brownies, and breads are great for metal pans. We recommend glass pans for baked pasta, bread pudding, things that don’t require a crisp crust, or acidic foods.