Bakeware Without Plastic — Glass, Ceramic, and Cast Iron Choices

Why it matters

Non-stick baking sheets and cake pans are often coated with PTFE or other plastics that degrade at high temperatures. Glass, ceramic, and cast iron provide safer, more durable alternatives.

Budget: Pyrex classics

The Pyrex deep dish is a reliable freezer-to-oven workhorse. It resists staining and won’t hold odors, making it ideal for casseroles, lasagna, and brownies.

Mid-range: Caraway and Emile Henry

Caraway’s bakeware set uses a ceramic coating free from PFAS and heavy metals, so nothing sticks — not even roasted potatoes. Emile Henry brings classic French clay bakeware that is lighter than cast iron but just as heat-retentive.

High-heat option: Cast iron

Cast iron, like Lodge’s pans, excels when you want crisp crusts or even heating. It doubles as a stovetop griddle, proving its versatility.

Bakeware that skips plastics often doubles in durability. Glass and ceramic resist scratches; cast iron grows better with age.