To oil or not to oil the baking surfaces. Any thoughts or experiences?
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I put a very light brushing of oil on it the first time I used it (per instructions) and haven't had to oil it at all since. Waffles release beautifully (I am making gluten free waffles, but I think regular waffles would do just as well).
1618660
I use setting number 3 and have never oiled the waffle maker. The waffles have always come out great. There is usually oil in the batter.
1618661
I rub some veg oil on before first waffle...that's it. The come out easily and perfect each time. Love the machine
1618662
I don't love this waffle iron, but yes, oil it especially if the batter is sweet.
848232
Yes, I personally like to use a little oil/spray before cooking. Keeps the pan in new condition and food tastes better.
269126
Dear Hector, Thank you for your inquiry. It is recommended to lightly grease and dust with flour, as it will assist the product to release from the pan evenly. Thank you for allowing me to assist you with your inquiry. Kind Regards, Audrey Consumer Relations
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Hey Eileen- I'm not sure exactly which aspect of 'safe' you're looking for but i baked a plate that i had drawn on with an oil based sharpie- the only issue i had was that the deaign came out kind of speckled but since it was uniform throughout the design it was kinda cool, i haven't tried it again to see if it was a fluke or not- i've read that using the oil sharpies then baking makes the plates food & dishwasher safe- i don't know how true that is, but i've read it several places. I found your question because i'm making wine glasses tomorrow- some places say bake them & one said the heat will cause it to break-- i guess i'll find out tomorrow!! I hope this helped!
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I wouldn't. I think it would scratch the surface. Once I left it on the burner too long and I made a homemade oven cleaner with equal parts baking soda and castile soap. Leave on for as long as it takes, from an hour to overnight. Washes good as new without scratching.
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I bake/cook gluten/grain/sugar free so the things I make may not equate to normal baking. I never add any type of oil to the cups and the items come out with ease and bake evenly throughout. They work great every time. I hope that helped!
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**********I don't recommend doing this because it's probably a fire hazard.**********Yes, read my review. In summary I used olive oil because that's all I had lying around and two years later it's still working as a beauty! I think I poured some olive oil through the hole at the top then on another occasion rub olive oil over paper and fed it through the machine. Definitely not what you're supposed to do but it worked a treat.**********I don't recommend doing this because it's probably a fire hazard.**********
1374710
My machine is used daily. Do not have this problem. Very little cooking oil is used to lubricate, one drop or less.
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I just make sure the pans are extremely well oiled, either using a baking spray or butter. Also, when you wash the pans, be sure to hand-wash them and towel-dry them immediately, otherwise the finish might be ruined.
2117765
My baking time is about 20-25 minutes at 350 degrees. I also check them by touching the top lightly. If the top springs back, it is done. Another thing that helps me is the smell. About the time they are done the wonderful aroma shifts just a bit and they smell done. That is when I use the touch the top test. Best wishes. I have two of these pans and I really like them.
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Oh sure, no problem with that. I use mine at 400 degrees often for baking fish or chicken. They don't clean up as well as I had hoped so I sometime line with foil to save me some scrubbing. Non stick spray or butter works well also.
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I always lightly oil the skillet after each use. I actually put vegetable oil in a spray bottle and give it a squirt or two and then take a paper towel and wipe it on the inside of the pan. It builds up more of non-stick coating so your food doesn't stick. As for the seasoning the outside.... When I first got the skillet, I did oil the whole entire skillet (inside and outside) and then put it in the oven upside down in the oven to season it.... However, I don't oil the outside after every use.
198598
The nonstick finish doesn't require a lot of oil to be added to the pan. Just preheat the pan, give it a swipe of oil on a paper towel and you're good to go. Very little smoking.
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I just simply added water, and I have done this several times. It works. I don't think you should add oil of any kind. I did that once... it was a mess... I had to throw the dough away after adding the oil.
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I've only been using mine for a few months, but I totally love it. I used the coconut oil as suggested by a previous poster and I'll probably do mine around every 6 months or so. I do love cooking with these pans. Every time I use them, they amaze me more.
1980854
I use the anise oil for baking. It is excellent in anise biscotti. This is not an essential oil.
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I agree with Great Cook, don't use spray oil! It's fine to use while cooking, but then you need to wash it off! If it drys on it makes it sticky. Just use a paper towel and smear some vegetable oil on it.