Don’t toss out that old sheet pan!
Remove those tough messes with one of these six simple methods.
They all use supplies you probably already have at home.
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Learning how to clean baking sheets properly can help prolong the life of your equipment.
Sometimes all a cookie sheet needs is a little TLC to get it looking like new.
Additionally, you’ll learn which store-bought cleaners and tools work best for removing tough messes on baking sheets.
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Non-stick baking pans require different care than their uncoated counterparts do.
Do not scrub a non-stock pan too vigorously with an abrasive sponge because that could wear away the coating.
Then hand-wash the sheet pan using mild dish soap.
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Mix the following in the pan: 1 tbsp.
baking soda, a few drops of dish soap, and hot water.
Let this mixture sit for at least an hour or as long as overnight.
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After soaking, you should be able to scrub away any debris or stains.
Always avoid heavy-duty or abrasive scrubbing of non-stick pans.
Method 2: Baking Soda and Vinegar
you might also use baking soda andvinegarto clean baking sheets.
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Place the cookie sheet in the sink and let it soak for 30-60 minutes.
Scrub Clean and Dry
Scrub with the abrasive side of a basic kitchen sponge.
If the pan is non-stick, though, do not scrub too vigorously to protect the coating.
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After you’ve cleaned off the baked-on residue, wash the pan with mild dish soap.
Here’s how you do it: Cover the baking pan with 2 tsp.
baking soda and 1 cup vinegar and let the mixture sit for 30 minutes.
Gently scrub then wash the pan with mild dish soap.
However, this method is not recommended for non-stick pans.
The research and development team at Calphalon recommends skipping the scouring tools and agents when cleaning non-stick pans.
Keep a bottle in your cleaning caddy and break it out alongside baking soda to clean your cookie sheets.
Let the mixture sit on the pan for up to two hours.
Rinse and Repeat (If Needed)
Wipe the mixture off with a sponge.
If needed, repeat the process for tough stains.
Once finished, rinse the baking sheet well and wash it with mild dish soap.
Cleaning pro Melissa Maker cautions that hydrogen peroxide can have a bleaching effect and is not a food-grade product.
If you choose to use peroxide, first test on an inconspicuous spot.
Thoroughly rinse and wash the sheet pan after you complete the stain treatment.
Be sure to follow the oven manufacturer’s instructions.
Once the cycle is complete and your sheet pans have cooled, wash them with mild soap.
Then remove the paste using a sponge and warm water.
We recommend doing this step outdoors because of the odor and fumes.
Be sure to clean the sheet with warm soapy water afterwards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cover all rusty spots on the baking sheet with baking soda.
Let sit for about 30 minutes.
Gently and carefully scrub the pan while the baking soda is still on the spots, then rinse well.
of baking soda and 2 tbsps.
of hydrogen peroxide will help.
Scrub the pans, then spread the mixture onto the stains.
After about two hours, scrub the mixture off.
The stains should be gone, but repeat if necessary.
Wash with mild soap.
These terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but they’re actually different.
It is also sometimes called a sheet pan.
A cookie sheet may have one side bent upward to make a handle so it is easier to hold.
It’s always a good idea to line your baking sheets and cookie sheets.
Parchment or a baking mat are more environmentally friendly choices than aluminum.
