If you are a person who likes to bake, stainless steel bakeware may be your best option. However, be sure when purchasing bakeware that you do not buy pure stainless steel because it is not a good heat conductor which will result in your food not being cooked evenly. It is best to purchase stainless baking equipment that has a mixture of aluminum or copper which are good conductors of heat.

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When it comes to baking a cake, you must have the right bakeware. Stainless bakeware is the perfect equipment for any baking project. Some of the reasons it is perfect for baking are it is very sturdy, a flavor preserver, and transfers heat evenly. Its durability prevents it from chipping off in your food. As you may already know, stainless steel needs a light coating on the bottom and sides to prevent food from sticking. In the case of baking, you may want to use shortening or non-stick cooking spray. You can also use flour or powdered cocoa to cover the shortening or spray, if you want it to blend in with the color and taste of the food you are baking. The baking equipments ability to evenly transfer heat will result in the complete of a perfect food that is baked all the way through.

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Due to stainless steel's durability, the bakeware is dishwasher safe. However, if you choose to do so, you can still wash the equipment by hand with a mild soap and soft scrubbing utensil. If you have a stain that won't budge, use a powder cleaner designed for stainless cookware. Avoid using bleach or steel wool for cleaning your bakeware, this can cause problems to the bakeware and discoloration.

If you decide to purchase stainless bakeware and you want quality, as with any cookware you are going to have to pay more. However, the average shopper of cookware is not going to have a budget large enough to purchase the top of the line; therefore, the best cookware may be a middle price range brand. Some brands that carry this bakeware are Calphalon, Corningware, Cuisinart, Farberware, Kaiser, and KitchenAid. Most of these sets will include a cookie sheet and regular or mini muffin pan.

Why Choose Stainless Steel Bakeware?

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