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The 8 Best Cookie And Baking Sheets To Buy
There is actually a difference between the two, btw!
If there's one piece of cookware we use nearly every day, it's a cookie sheet. That's why you always want to invest in ones that'll work hard and last long, batch after batch. If you want to make crisp, oven-baked bacon, any of our easy sheet pan dinners, or, of course, cookies, you're going to need a cookie sheet. If your current cookie sheet is looking warped, scratched, or tarnished and is producing burned or unevenly baked treats, it's time to invest in a new one.
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So, What Makes A Pan A Cookie Sheet?
The great debate: cookie sheets vs. baking sheets. You may see and use the term (and products themselves) interchangeably—and you know what? That's okay. The only real difference between the two is that cookie sheets have one raised side, while baking sheets have four. You can roast veggies happily on either, but baking sheets have a slight advantage when it comes to cooking meats—the raised sides will keep all the juicy goodness safely inside the tray. We include both cookie and baking sheets in our top picks.
What Different Sizes Do Cookie Sheets Come In?
We're glad you asked! Though some pans are a little different, the standard sizes are as follows:
- A full-size sheet pan is 26 x 18 inches.
- A half-sheet pan is 18 x 13 inches.
- A jelly roll pan is 15.5 x 10.5 inches.
- A quarter-sheet pan in 9 x 13 inches.
Nordic Ware Natural Aluminum Commercial Baker's Half Sheet, 2-Pack
Nordic Ware Natural Aluminum Commercial Baker's Half Sheet, 2-Pack
Any chef or avid home cook you talk to will recommend this Nordic Ware sheet. It's beloved for its consistently even heating, low price, and long lifespan. Need any more convincing? Check out the cool 28,000 5-star reviews (!!!) on Amazon. These sheets are also available in multiple sizes such as a jelly roll, quarter-sheet pan, and full-sheet pan.
Chicago Metallic Professional Non-Stick Baking Sheet
Chicago Metallic Professional Non-Stick Baking Sheet
The Chicago Metallic Professional Non-Stick Baking Sheet is made of heavy-weight carbon steel, which evenly disperses weight and heat, no matter what you're cooking. And we can't forget to mention the fact that this model comes with a 25-year guarantee (just think how many batches of cookies that is!).
Great Jones Holy Sheet
Not only will the Great Jones Holy Sheet look beautiful in your kitchen, it's also great quality. The piece is made with aluminized steel and reinforced with steel rods so it can handle the hottest temperatures. It's also coated with nonstick ceramic coating, so no more crumbled, stuck-to-the-pan cookies.
T-fal AirBake Nonstick Cookie Sheet
T-fal AirBake Nonstick Cookie Sheet
Some prefer cooking with rimless cookie sheets to allow for easier air flow inside of your oven. If you've invested in some quality oven mitts, the T-fal AirBake Nonstick Cookie Sheet's Micro-Dome technology claims to "decrease bake times by up to 15 percent."
TeamFar Baking Sheet, 2-Pack
TeamFar Baking Sheet, 2-Pack
The TeamFar Baking Sheet is going to hold up well in your kitchen. The stainless steel material is so sturdy and long-lasting.
Good Cook Steel Nonstick Bakeware, 13 x 9-Inch
Good Cook Steel Nonstick Bakeware, 13 x 9-Inch
For a wallet-friendly option, look no further than the Good Cook Steel Nonstick Bakeware. It's scratch-resistant and has a nonstick coating. Plus you can throw it in the dishwasher whenever.
Rachael Ray Nonstick Bakeware with Grips
Rachael Ray Nonstick Bakeware with Grips
The deep interior and high handles of Rachael Ray Nonstick Bakeware make it perfect for roasting meat with vegetables. All the juices will stay in the pan, while the silicone handles make grabbing it with hot pads not so scary.
Nutrichef 3-Piece Set With Silicone Handles
Nutrichef 3-Piece Set With Silicone Handles
Sometimes you're cooking dinner for one, sometimes you're baking cookies for many. It's nice to have options, which is why the Nutrichef 3-Piece Set (13.25 x 9.25 inch, 15.25 x 10.25 inch, and 17.25 x 11.5 inch) is handy for the consummate host.
As an Editorial Fellow for Good Housekeeping, Katie covers health, beauty, home, and pop culture. Outside of the office, you can find her killing it on the karaoke machine or listening to true crime podcasts.
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