PanSpan2 Quart Gratin Dish
Which 2-quart gratin dish gives me a shallow, easy-to-clean baker that can go from oven to table?
Below, I’ve separated the full-size choices from smaller or differently sized dishes, so you can match the baker to your portions and serving style.
#1 · Pillivuyt
Pillivuyt Porcelain 2-Quart, 12-1/2-by-9-by-2-Inch Deep Oval Baker
This is my first choice for a classic 2-quart shallow baker: its 12.5-by-9-by-2-inch shape suits gratins, vegetables and browned toppings, and the porcelain is safe for the oven and broiler. Choose it for a clean white oven-to-table look and a glaze designed not to absorb stains, odors or flavors.
#2 · Hestan
Hestan Provisions Oval Au Gratin Baking Dish, 2 Quart Clad Stainless Steel, 12.5 x 9 Inch - Oven Safe 600F, Kitchen to Table Serving, Designed with Thomas Keller
Choose the Hestan if you want a 2-quart gratin dish in clad stainless steel rather than porcelain. Its aluminum core is designed for even heating, its oven rating is 600°F, and the flush interior rivets make cleanup easier.
#3 · Le Creuset
Heritage Oval Au Gratin Dish - Cerise
This Le Creuset is for someone who wants a colorful stoneware serving dish and is comfortable with a smaller 1.7-quart capacity. Its glazed interior releases food easily, and it is safe for the oven, broiler, microwave, freezer and dishwasher.
#4 · LEETOYI
LEETOYI Porcelain 9x13 Large Oval Au Gratin Pans,Baking Dish for Servings, Bakeware with Double Handle for Kitchen and Home, White
Pick the LEETOYI if you want a larger-looking white ceramic baker for serving a broader dish, rather than a precisely sized 2-quart gratin pan. Its double-handle design is useful when you want a dedicated grip on both sides for oven-to-table carrying.
#5 · Made In
Made In Cookware - 2-Piece Stainless Steel Oval Gratin Dishes (Antique Brass) - High-Grade 18/10 Stainless Steel - Oven Safe up to 750°F
These Made In dishes are for individual servings or small sides, not a family-size 2-quart gratin. The low, narrow shape favors browning and makes them a practical choice when you want separate portions in stainless steel.
Do I want porcelain or stainless steel?
For a traditional casserole-dish feel and a glaze that resists absorbing food odors, choose the Pillivuyt. Its shallow profile and broiler-safe use make it the most straightforward all-around gratin baker here. Choose the Hestan instead if you prefer metal, want the stated 600°F oven rating, or would rather avoid the chipping risk that comes with ceramic.
How important is a crisp, browned topping?
A wide, shallow surface gives a gratin more exposed top than a deep casserole, so the Pillivuyt is my pick for scalloped potatoes, baked pasta and vegetable gratins. The Hestan has the same 12.5-by-9-inch size and even-heating clad construction. For individual browned portions, the smaller Made In dishes make more sense than spreading a family recipe across several pans.
Will I serve a full 2-quart dish?
If you need the capacity named in your search, stick with the Pillivuyt or Hestan. The Le Creuset is 1.7 quarts, so it suits smaller households or side dishes where a little less capacity is welcome. The LEETOYI is a larger 9-by-13-style baker, while the Made In set is intended for smaller portions.
Which dish is easiest to clean after baked cheese?
The Pillivuyt’s non-porous glaze is the best fit if stain and odor resistance are priorities, while the Le Creuset has a glazed interior designed for easy release. The Hestan’s flush interior rivets avoid the raised catches found inside some pans. For any of them, soak stubborn cheese in warm water before washing rather than scraping aggressively at the surface.
How they compare
Which one is yours
Pillivuyt: Choose this for the best match to a true 2-quart, shallow porcelain gratin dish that can also go under the broiler.
Hestan: Choose this for a 2-quart stainless-steel baker with even-heating clad construction and a 600°F oven rating.
Le Creuset: Choose this when you want Le Creuset stoneware in a colorful finish and 1.7 quarts is enough.
LEETOYI: Choose this for a larger-looking ceramic serving baker with double handles, rather than an exact 2-quart dish.
Made In: Choose these for individual gratins or small sides where separate servings and a low browning surface matter more than family-size capacity.
You will also want
Hot gratin dishes need a safe landing place and a careful grip, and ceramic bakeware benefits from protection when it’s put away.
KITCHENAID Ribbed Soft Silicone Oven Mitt 2-Pack Set, 7.5"x13", Milkshake Tan
These oven mitts give you a more secure way to lift a hot dish from the oven and carry it to the table.
Silicone Trivets for Hot Dishes, Heat Resistant Pot Holders, Hot Pads | Morandi, Food Grade Silicone, BPA Free, Non-Slip, 4 Packs
Set a hot baker on these silicone trivets to protect the table or counter while serving.
BYKITCHEN Large Pan Protectors for Stacking, 12pcs & 3 Sizes, Pot Separator | Wide Felt Pan Divider Pads Protect Cookware, Glassware, Ceramics and Bakeware From Scratches and Chipping in Cabinet Storage
Use these felt pan protectors between stored bakeware to reduce clattering and help prevent scratches or chips.
Questions buyers ask
What is the best non-stick ceramic gratin dish that is easy to clean?
Among these picks, the Pillivuyt is the best fit for a ceramic-style baker with a non-porous glaze that resists stains and odors. The Le Creuset’s glazed interior is also designed to release food easily. Neither means baked-on cheese never needs soaking: warm water and a gentle scrub are the sensible first steps.
How do I clean baked cheese from a gratin dish?
Let the dish cool, then soak it in warm water to loosen cheese and sauce before washing. Use a non-abrasive sponge and avoid sharp scraping, which can mark a glazed surface. The Hestan’s flush interior rivets also leave fewer raised spots for food to catch on.
Is Le Creuset stoneware easy to clean?
The Le Creuset’s nearly nonstick glazed interior is designed to release food easily. Let the dish cool before washing, and use a non-abrasive sponge on stubborn residue.
Which gratin dishes here are broiler-safe?
The Pillivuyt porcelain baker and Le Creuset stoneware dish are both identified as safe for the broiler. The Hestan is rated oven-safe to 600°F, but that is not the same as a stated broiler rating, so choose one of the two ceramic dishes if broiler use is essential.
Are wide handles important for a gratin dish?
They matter when you’re lifting a hot dish with bulky oven mitts, especially when it is full. The LEETOYI has double handles, but check that your mitts can grip them securely before carrying it to the table.
Does ceramic keep food warm longer than glass?
Dense ceramic and stoneware tend to hold heat well, which is useful when a side dish sits on the table during a meal. The exact difference from glass depends on the particular dishes, so don’t choose on heat retention alone; prioritize the size, shape and cooking uses you need.
How does glazed stoneware compare with enameled cast iron for cleaning?
Both have a coated surface, but baked-on cheese can still need a warm-water soak and non-abrasive cleaning. Choose based on the dish’s size, shape and cooking uses rather than assuming either material will make cleanup effortless.