9-Inch Chef's Classic Nonstick Bakeware Round Cake Pan, Champagne

These pans have a nice weight to them. I ordered the champagne color because some recipes advise that dark or nonstick pans require alteration of the baking times and I'm often uncertain whether that recommendation applies to my pans. I figured with a light colored pan, even nonstick, I could just use standard baking times. I've found that to be true. In addition, the color just seems fancier, even next to my pricier William Sonoma, "gold," finish pans. I recently baked four cakes using these, and I was very pleased with the result. Prior to this purchase, I was having issues with the tops of the cakes not being flat or even perfectly domed. My solution was these Cuisinart pans PLUS Regency Evenbake Cake Strips Standard , which I chose specifically because they were 1 and 3/4" wide (most other aluminized fabric strips are 1 1/2" wide even though standard round baking pans are 2" deep). The combination of these items produced unbelievably evenly baked cakes with perfect tops. The tops were absolutely level. I ditched my wire cake-leveler, without shedding a tear! Only one minor complaint with the manufacture of these pans. While a rolled edge does simplify moving the filled pans into and out of the oven, these have a rolled edge that is not welded to the pans on the underside. This was mildly annoying when baking several layers in tandem because water gets trapped in the rolled part and leaks out when the pan is inverted back to right-side-up after washing. I can't really say that this is a major hassle, since the water isn't really difficult to untrap. I only mention this because of the workmanship issue; the problem would have been simple to prevent with a minor design modification. Also, They are VERY sturdy. Obeying Murphy's Law, I washed these pans, eager to use them for a very special celebration cake, and immediately dropped one on the floor. Yes, it did land at the perfect angle to produce a dent. I was pleasantly surprised to find the abused pan completely undamaged, though I may have muttered a few colorful phrases before realizing that it had escaped unscathed! Pros include : 1) Color - no ambiguity re:baking times with light color AND just fancier looking 2) Sturdy design - takes a beating without denting 3) Rolled edge - for ease of handling 4) Price - unbelievable for this quality 5) Name - well . . . Cusinart did bring the food processor to the masses Cons are : 1) Color - if you want all your pans to match and you don't own champagne pans 2) Rolled edge - traps water, but not too hard to dry 3) Name - well . . . Cusinart . . . see my review, "Twenty Bucks A Pop," under Cuisinart CPM-950 Easy Pop Plus Popcorn Maker-Black, Most Helpful Reviews, [[ASIN: B004VS321Q Cuisinart CPM-950 Easy Pop Plus Popcorn Maker-Black]] In summary, for me, the Pros greatly outweigh the Cons. I highly recommend these pans, but also recommend the use of the aluminized baking strips for PERFECT cakes that do not require leveling before decorating. Update May 11, 2013, COMPARISON : Because I needed a pair of 8" pans and couldn't find this same pan in that size, I ordered Chicago Metallic Commercial II Traditional Uncoated 8-Inch Round Cake Pan from Amazon. I decided on them because I read, somewhere else, that they contain steel rods to prevent warp. I decided on the uncoated version, since most of my recipes call for greased and floured pans. Although the Chicago Metallic pans are fine, the Cuisinart pans are MUCH better at producing an evenly baked and flat-topped cake. Now I love my Cuisinart pans even more. As an aside, whether using coated or uncoated cake pans, I highly recommend getting your hands on these Regency 9 Inch Round Parchment Paper, Set of 24 and these Regency Parchment Paper Rounds 8" for round cake pans . They provide the easiest cake release I've experienced and are more economical than tracing and cutting circles from a roll of parchment. I usually just spray the bottom of the pan (I use Pam Cooking Spray, Baking, 5 oz , which has the same effect as greasing then flouring and also has a sweet smell to it), then drop in the parchment round and respray, this time including the pan's sides. Gives me great results, but again better with the Cuisinart pans than with the Chicago Metallics.

Excellent pans. Heavy gauge, nice finish, uniform baking (yes I use cake strips too). Actually considering replacing my 8” cake pans after baking with these. Crumbs wiped off easily. Definitely recommend these pans.

I love the size of this baking pans! I’ve recently gotten more into baking and was in the market for some good quality pans that wouldn’t break the bank and I found the in this baking pans I’ve baked several cakes since getting them and they’ve never gotten stuck on the sides or bottom. I usually line my pans with some parchment paper and spray them with a little Pam baking spray and that usually does the trick. Clean up is super fast.

I use this for my cakes brownies. I love the finish on it, very strong and easy to clean. Nice looking and sturdy. I am very happy with it.

I am not a world class baker but needed a round cake pan for baking cakes with the grand kids as one of our fun activities. I thought all cake pans were made equal until this one from Cuisinart arrived. I was impressed by the weight and sturdiness of the pan. I did not grease or flour the pan in advance and the cake layer still came out with no problems at all. I only wish that I was a better skilled baker to get more use out of it! Great product.

I purchased two of these at the same time. When they arrived they looked almost identical, until I took them out of the packaging. That's when I noticed that one pan was slightly darker and rougher than the other. It also seemed as though the coating was thinner around the rims. However, when I cooked with the pans (a red velvet cake), both pans seemed to work just fine and the cakes released easily with a circle of parchment paper in the bottom. The pans cooked evenly and I highly recommend hand washing these as you don't want the non-stick coating to wear off with harsh detergent in the dishwasher.

My wife swears by these pans. A well made, good quality product. While there are less expensive baking pans, these will last longer and never fail to give excellent results. As quoted - 'You get what you pay for' this make of pan - if cared for properly - will not let you down.

I love this cake pan!! I normally use parchment paper in the bottom of my pans but this one doesn't need it. All my cakes come right out! The quality is great. Would buy again and recommend.

Good product sturdy well made and works perfectly for medium size cakes Doesn’t stick or burn if you put flour after butter oiling the pan. No issues till now 👍🏽

The best item I have ever bought!!! The best quality! They're just Perfect!! Highly recommended

Perfect to bake the perfect size cake for my small family. Easy to clean and sturdy. Just love baking with this!

Arrived quickly. Great quality. Washed up beautifully. I love it.

Nonstick interior and exterior coating allows for easy release and easy cleanup, but it has some scratches after several years of use.