If you lined up cookware options, ceramic-made pots and pans would win the top rosette for pretty kitchen tools.
The aesthetic designs aren’t just lovely to look at; they function rather well too. Usually made with a stainless steel or aluminium base and finished with a glossy, enamel-like PFAS-free coating that resembles ceramic, such pans are naturally non-stick. It means they’re easier to clean and need less oil or butter to stop food from sticking to the base - which means less penance at the kitchen sink for you afterwards.
You can also use them across a range of hob types - gas, electric, induction - provided they have the right base for the latter, meaning they can be used across a range of ovens, even if you decide to change or upgrade yours later down the line.
Cleaning them is easy - chucking them in a dishwasher is the lowest effort, but if you decide to hand wash, steer clear of abrasive surfaces like steel wool. A soft sponge is likely all you’ll need to get your ceramic pans looking like new.
A word of warning before you scroll through our carefully curated list: ceramic saucepans tend to have a shorter lifespan, lasting only a couple of years before the coating has worn down. While the pan will still be usable, that magic non-stick quality will be compromised. You can try oiling the surface with seed oils to recondition it or accept that you’ll need to buy new when the time comes.
If you’ve got your heart set on ceramic cookware, you’re in luck. We’ve rounded up the best options worth your cash below. With the right care and maintenance, they could last many years.
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GreenPan x Stanley Tucci Venetian Teal 16cm Sauce Pan
Part of Hollywood actor Stanley Tucci's cookware range, this 16cm saucepan is bound to make a seriously stylish upgrade to your cookware drawer.
It's made from 70 per cent recycled aluminium with a PFAS-free ceramic nonstick coating reinforced with diamonds (what else would you expect with an A-lister?) to offer superior heat transfer and astounding durability.
Chic gold-coloured hands on the pot and the lid finish off the dapper look.
Buy now £149.95, F&M
Le Creuset Signature Enamelled Cast Iron Saucepan
Chic cookware has become synonymous with the French heritage brand Le Creuset. The brand is famous for beautifully coloured cookware made of strong cast iron finished with an enamel coating. This saucepan is part of the collection, featuring an anti-drip pouring lip and a vented lid with a hole for allowing steam to escape - no pressure cooking mishaps here.
It's even heat-resistant to 190 so you can start things off on the hob and move to the oven later if you wish, transferring safely and easily thanks to the heat-resistant handle and lid.
Buy now £186.46, Amazon
Our Place Ultimate Cookware Set
Best for: style and function
As cult as cookware gets, Our Place offers beautifully designed, non-toxic cookware for the busy and space-strapped home chef.
Most pieces offer a multifunctional element, which means you can donate tatty and handed-down kit, freeing up space in your kitchen cupboards. This bundle is ideal for moving home, heading to uni, or if you just want a uniform look across your cookware tools.
For your money, you'll get mini and full sizes of the Always Pan and Perfect Pot, plus a versatile Griddle Pan and ceramic baking dishes. There's not a drop of PTFEs, PFOAs, other PFAS, lead, and cadmium in sight, with the non-stick coating being crafted from ceramic instead.
The set comes in a variety of colours, offering a nice change from the usual black and silver options. We adore the lavender look; an easy way to inject some fun and colour into your next meal prep.
Buy now £495.00, Our Place
ProCook Soho Cookware Set
A cookware set to see to practically every culinary eventuality, this five-piece option comes in four colours - calming green is our favourite.
The pans have been lined with a tough PFAS-free, ceramic non-stick coating that stops ingredients from sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
The set, which includes a casserole pot with a steamer insert, a saute pan, frying pan and saucepan, comes with ProCook’s 10-year guarantee and can be used on induction hobs as well as slung into the oven, resisting temperatures of up to 260°C.
Buy now £149.00, ProCook
Ninja Extended Life 20cm Ceramic Saucepan with lid
Kitchen expert Ninja continues to dominate our cupboards with cookware hot on the heels of must-have appliances like air fryers and blenders. Made with a dual-bonded ceramic coating, the dishwasher-safe pan needs little to no oil to cook meals effectively and comes with a five-year guarantee from Ninja (conditions apply).
Buy now £64.99, Amazon
Amazon Basics Ceramic Non-Stick Pots and Pans
It's time to bid farewell to the hodgepodge of pans you've collected over the years and invest in a slick new set from Amazon. This 11-piece collection is both PFOA- and PTFE-free and comes in a chic monochrome colourway that promises to stay looking on-trend whatever way the trend winds are blowing.
Ceramic non-stick coating lines all the pots while tempered glass helps to streamline the cooking process.
Buy now £63.89, Amazon
Caraway Nonstick Ceramic Cookware Set (12 Piece)
Best for: the full shebang
Non-stick doesn't necessarily mean toxic. Caraway has this 12-piece set of cookware that is highly heat resistant (up to 287oC) and easy to clean, all without the presence of PTFE and PFOA - allowing you to whip up delicious delicacies guilt-free.
The bundle includes a frying pan, a saucepan with a lid, a Dutch oven and a saute pan, both with lids too. There's also a pan rack and a canvas lid holder with hooks to keep your cupboards organised. What's more, you can use the cooking equipment on gas, electric and induction stovetops with no issues.
Expect even heat distribution, a seamless experience and your favourite dishes stepping up a taste gear.
Buy now £688.56, Amazon
JML 28cm Non Stick Copper Stone Wok
Best for: showing off on the 'Gram
Diameter: 28cm
This one is just too aesthetically pleasing not to include. Copper has been a massive interiors trend with brass fittings taking centre stage in ‘Grammable home decor everywhere. Tap into the trend with this wok from JML that will look as chic on the wall as it will in mid-cooking snaps. Not all style and no substance, it has a non-stick ceramic surface that is guaranteed by the brand.
Buy now £30.00, Argos
Michaelangelo Saucepan Sets Non-Stick with Lids
Three ceramic saucepans for less than the price of one of the others on our list? Perfect for replacing weary old cookware, these three pans and lids promise to have you cooking like a domestic god or goddess. The non-stick is perfect for everything from whipping up a roux for your lasagne or gravy to stewing fruit for a healthy dessert. Long handles will remain cool however long you've got them on the hob for.
Buy now £39.99, Amazon
