topic Re: The Best Cookie Sheet? in Kitchen

The Best Cookie Sheet?

glmama — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:17:51 GMT

Hi Ladies,

What's the best (or your favorite) cookie sheet? I currently have a few Wilton-brand ones. They are very light weight and I've never loved them b/c I think that they have warped a little bit and don't seem that substantial. I've noticed lately that when I bake cookies, they are not coming out as evenly as they used to. Of course, this could be due to lots of factors, but I'm thinking these sheets aren't the best. I'd like to buy a few more, perhaps ones that are a bit heavier and more substantial. OR a brand or type that the ladies here really like.

I'd also love to be able to purchase this brand in a B&M store, if possible. I know, this is a tall order!

TIA

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

glmama — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:18:49 GMT

I have two older ones, that are heavier and worn--which is fine--I use these for more savory items, not cookies.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

Barbarainnc — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:23:58 GMT

Go to Sam's Club and look for Bakers & Chefs Aluminum Sheet Pans (18 by 13 in) half sheet size. You get 2 pans for $10.78. I get them for Christmas gifts.

I also have Silpat mats that fit these pans, so I never have to grease the pan.

KAF has precut parchment paper to fit this size pan also.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

mima — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:25:11 GMT

I would love some new nonstick ones that don't rust! I have some really old T-fal ones that are fantastic. I have used them forever. T-fal doesn't make them anymore. Or at least I don't think they do.

All the newer nonstick bakeware that I have tried rusts. Of course, I do wash it in the DW. I have washed the T-fal pans in the dishwasher for years and they never rust. The nonstick is just getting thin, no flaking though!

I'd love to hear some responses here.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

GSPgirl — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 15:58:18 GMT

I love my Willliams and Sonoma non stick pans.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

glmama — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:05:36 GMT

Ladies-So glad to see your replies! Mima-You & me both-we'll be waiting for recommendations.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

glmama — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:13:09 GMT

Thanks, Barbara. While I don't belong to a Costco, I do belong to BJs. I wonder if they sell them there? I will look. I have some of the pre-cut parchment. However, it doesn't fit my current sheets and I have to cut it to fit! Which defeats the whole purpose, of course.:/ Q2--WS is one of my favorite stores. I was thinking of them right away. I will go look online and then perhaps check out our closest store. TU

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

MKR14 — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:22:21 GMT

I absolutely love AirBake cookie sheets. I have a molasses cookie recipe I have made since I was 12 years old and these cookie sheets are awesome. Molasses cookies have a tendency to want to brown too much on the bottom before they are done. Spray the AirBake pans with Pam and they come out perfect. Wal-Mart sells them and Bed Bath and Beyond did sell them. I originally bought mine from QVC and mine are the entire width of the oven rack making cookies much faster than smaller cookie sheets. I wish they would sell these again. Good luck finding what is good for you. Wilton non stick products are easy to remove your food from also. Wal-Mart has a good selection in our area.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

glmama — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:23:41 GMT

Thank you, MKR-I will check these out.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

donasmom — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:25:36 GMT

I have had very good luck with Nordic Ware that I ordered thru Amazon. I get the jelly roll size. I will say, that based on the recommendations of the expert cooks here, I have been using parchment paper every time I nake cookies - no matter the recipe. Perfect cookies every time.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

glmama — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:26:54 GMT

Q2-Quick question: Which WS pans do you have? They have the Gold Touch ones (also in steel). They are smaller than what I've ever used. Does this ever pose a problem? TIA

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

glmama — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:27:32 GMT

Thanks, donasmom.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

grandma_2_2 — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:40:19 GMT

On 11/20/2014 Barbarainnc said:
Go to Sam's Club and look for Bakers & Chefs Aluminum Sheet Pans (18 by 13 in) half sheet size. You get 2 pans for $10.78. I get them for Christmas gifts.

I also have Silpat mats that fit these pans, so I never have to grease the pan.

KAF has precut parchment paper to fit this size pan also.

I second this. These pans are the best. I used to work in a restaurant and they used them for cinnamon rolls. The owner gave us each a set for Christmas one year. They are inexpensive and very versatile. I am picking up a set later today for my DD for a gift.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

glmama — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:43:41 GMT

Grandma-That's 2 votes for the Costco pans! I will search and see if they're availsbke elsewhere. tu.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

jaxs mom — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:45:43 GMT

I just use aluminum half sheet pans, I have a couple quarter sheet pans too.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

glmama — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:51:20 GMT

I've been considering a Costco membership. Might be worth it.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

debic — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 17:15:13 GMT

i have some real heavy gold toned ones I love. I looked and there's not even a name on them, so I have no clue. I do have some larger Technique ones that are heavy duty also and nice. I'm not a fan of air bake or double layered pans. Water gets in them and they rust. The one's I have don't have a name on them either, but I thought they were cooks essentials and they're really dark. I can pinch them together and they make a funny crunchy sound.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

grandma_2_2 — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 17:24:30 GMT

glmama- I got mine at Sam's club not Costco. I don't have a Costco near me. Wish I did. Not sure if they carry them or not. Just wanted to point this out before you got a Costco membership then not be able to find them.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

Mom2Dogs — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 17:28:10 GMT

I have a Rachel Ray large, heavy cookie sheet that I love. I found it at Marshalls.

Re: The Best Cookie Sheet?

Sooner — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 17:33:42 GMT

On 11/20/2014 glmama said: Q2-Quick question: Which WS pans do you have? They have the Gold Touch ones (also in steel). They are smaller than what I've ever used. Does this ever pose a problem? TIA

Their sheet pans are the same as the old ones we have in size, but they do make a smaller one that I think comes 2 to a set. We use these a LOT to bake fish and veggies and LOVE them. My husband is throwing out all our old baking things and going to these. He buys something every time we are in!

Those GOLD ones are excellent. Heavy but not TOO heavy and I have never had one warp. We use the KA precut parchment sheets too and if you know anyone who bakes, get them some for Christmas!!!!!!