I have been on the long journey of converting as many of my kitchen essentials to non-toxic alternatives as possible, but bakeware has always proven tricky. Silicone pans are a no-go for my clumsiness, and many traditional non-stick tins are coated in forever chemicals.
That's why the new Caraway Bakeware+ set is music to my ears. Expanding on the heritage brand's existing non-toxic cookware and First Basics bakeware, this new set adds five new baking trays.
The five-piece Caraway set, which comes in nine gorgeous colorways, delivers everything you need for toxin-free home baking, which is especially timely as we move towards baking-heavy Easter menus. Here's exactly why it is worth the upgrade.
Caraway’s Non-Toxic Oven Trays Are a Kitchen Game-Changer
This five-piece collection includes a cookie sheet, a pizza pan, a fluted cake pan, a pie pan, and a 24-cup mini muffin pan, expanding on the existing Caraway staple baking set to help convert as much of your kitchen to non-toxic cookware as possible. It's safe for use up to 550°Fahrenheit and comes in nine colors, including 'Perracotta' and sage.
It is all well and good switching over to the best non-toxic kitchen appliances to help make cooking healthier, but if you forget about your bakeware essentials, you could still be exposing your food to harmful chemicals every time you use your oven.
While we have not had the chance to test the Caraway Bakeware+ Collection yet, we are fans of the Caraway ceramic non-stick pans, reviewed by our expert chef, Lydia Hayman, which have the same non-toxic ceramic coating, crafted without PFAS, PTFE, PFOA, Lead, BPA, and Cadmium as the new tray set.
These 'forever chemicals' are well known for being nonstick and conducting heat efficiently, meaning they are used in a wide range of cookware and bakeware. However, they are also linked to organ damage in several studies. Avoiding them where we can in the kitchen and home is therefore essential.
Creating a non-toxic home by opting for bakeware such as the latest Caraway set means you're only indulging in a little extra sugar, and not unwanted and harsh endocrine disruptors.
On testing the ceramic coating on Caraway's pans, Lydia found that the non-toxic coating makes cleaning a kitchen after cooking a delight. The non-stick is second to none, she noted, adding, 'The ceramic Caraway pan cleaned up in literally seconds.'
That being said, it is on the more delicate side, so do not put it in the dishwasher, and when storing your bakeware, invest in a good adjustable bakeware rack from Walmart, to prevent them from scratching or toppling over in your cabinet.
Like the comfortable handling of the pans, the new Bakeware+ range is also designed with expanded edges and handles for secure grip, even with oven mitts, to make your baking safer – it sounds perfect for me with my slightly weak grip and propensity for clumsiness.
Our Head of Solved, Punteha van Terheyden, who is disabled and suffers weakness in her wrists, agrees, adding, 'Getting anything in and out of the oven for me is a bit tricky due to chronic pain and easy injury from a genetic connective tissue disorder.
'That's why I am always particularly impressed when cookware and bakeware are not just lightweight and long-lasting, but built with extra grip features. This makes the task easier all around, whether or not you have a joint or grip issue.'
The Caraway Bakeware+ range is available from today in nine timeless shades to suit any kitchen color ideas.
What to Shop
This five-piece collection includes a cookie sheet, a pizza pan, a fluted cake pan, a pie pan, and a 24-cup mini muffin pan, expanding on the existing Caraway staple baking set to help convert as much of your kitchen to non-toxic cookware as possible.
The original bakeware set from Caraway includes a large handled baking sheet, a medium baking sheet, a rectangle pan, a 12-hole muffin pan, a square pan, a loaf pan, a circle pan, a large cooling rack, and two storage organizers.
Made without PTFE, PFOA, PFAS, lead, and cadmium, cakes slide right out of these non-stick tins for easy decorating and perfect presentation.
Designed for even heating and pop-out performance, this non-toxic essential is perfect for muffins, cupcakes, egg bites, and more.
This set features a 18x13" Large Baking Sheet, 15x10" Medium Baking Sheet, and 13x9” Small Baking Sheet, designed for everyday baking.
Named one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024, these premium essentials are crafted without plastic or PFAS, with FSC-certified birch wood that offers a cleaner, more sustainable way to cook.
Next, brush up on how to clean and care for every type of cookware to keep you new investments in top condition for longer.
