Just got this, make pancakes and they stuck like crazy to the surface! Is there something to put on it to make it nonstick? How should I clean it?
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We have never had an issue with sticking. A friend used spray Pam on it one time and caused all sorts of problems. A film residue. We cook with no spray or anything and never have an issue. Our daughter has the same stove and never an issue for her either. Maybe you got one with a bad finish. We use medium heat to cook cakes. Clean up is simple warm soapy water.
552845
The Grill is still on there.....the griddle just sits on top of it.....just take griddle off when done....it works like a charm for pancakes...eggs and bacon if you wish...or anything that might leak on the grill that might have a sauce or something in it....instead of using some other grill pan....works so good!
438086
The cupcake plate does not come out. The cooking plates are coated with non-stick cooking surface, therefore little cleaning is required. Simply wipe cooking plates over with a damp cloth.
607441
I just hand wash mine, if it needs scrubbed I use a plastic mesh scrubber. I've never treated it for non-stick since they're ceramic coated interior. Not had any issues with sticking as long as the food isn't burnt to it.
1750431
A number of factors could be happening here. Could it be caused by your recipe? Is the finish breaking down? Perhaps a strong dish washing detergent is the culprit. The pan is a high quality part of my kitchen and I would suggest a light spray of something like Pam before baking.
2101656
Add a little bit of water to pan while it is heating and your egg will not stick. Good luck.
1781493
This pan is awesome for just about anything! A grilling taste if desired, to a pancake breakfast treat. Rinse and wipe to clean with a napkin or bounty towel, it's that simple! No sticking whatsoever! Not sure what it is made of, but know that it works. I hope this helps.
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we had to really really scrub for a long time to remove the coating before seasoning did you do this? It had a non-stick surface that needed removing - try this first
350487
When the pan begins to stick, clean it with a paste made of baking soda/water, or use soft scrub, Bon Ami or another low-abrasive cleaner suitable for nonstick cookware. Scrub gently with a paper towel or blue nonstick-safe scrubby pad. Wash and use as usual. Really "sticky" pans may require an additional scrubbing. NEVER cook higher than medium heat, and don't use cooking sprays.
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I use a powdered soap like Ajax or Comet. Heat the pan in hot soap water, pull it out and scrub. If that doesn't work try over cleaner outside.
525882
No, it isn't nonstick. I greased & put flour in it. I used it to bake my batter in to make cake pops. I didn't have a problem of my cake sticking to the pan .
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I also would use straight dish detergent and a non-stick pan. Goo be gone might help too, but I'd try non stick pad first. I love, love, love, these pans.
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I would just suggest from here on out, just use silicone spatulas to cook in it. I don't even use wooden stuff, just silicone. It's the gentlest on the surface. Always use just a little bit of oil, I usually cook with coconut oil or ghee. Sprays will damage the surface. And I always wait until the pan has cooled before washing. Sometimes I'll take a paper towel and just wipe it clean and leave it on the stove to cool. I also have a very gentle non-scratch dish sponge and as suggested, I use Dawn liquid soap. These were all on the packaging and it works pretty well for me. Hope that helps with the longevity of your pan!
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Mine started sticking too.. made ugly cakes and I threw it out. I know they were meant to not stick for more than using them a few times. I sprayed with the flour spray thinking maybe it would work better but some still stuck. The pans cost too much not to be better than this. I thought I was buying the best brand of pan. I washed by hand each little cake hole. Nothing was sticking on them that would have caused this problem. Just disappointed. If, anyone has an answer to this I would really like to know.
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Personally I heat it for a few minutes beforehand, like 5 minutes on high. then hit it with Misto Brushed Aluminum Olive Oil Sprayer (olive oil) or pam for grilling which does an alright job also... If your cooking breakfast, I suggest bacon makes it really slick. Only tough part with the bacon is things will slide if its not perfectly level. If you don't like bacon please ignore my response and keep things sticking.
548430
Yes you can cook pancakes on it. Add a little olive oil and they won't stick.
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I put a bit of olive oil on a paper towel and wipe it on the plates before I heat them up. When I am finished making waffles there is rarely anything stuck onto the plates. I wipe it again with a wet then dry kitchen towel or cloth napkin to wipe it clean. It never needs any more than this. Hope this helps, it is a nice little waffle iron!