PanSpanMini Scone Pan
Which mini scone pan will make neat, bite-sized wedges with crisp edges and easy release?
For most home bakers, I’d choose the Nordic Ware Procast: it has 16 cavities, conducts heat well for even browning, and its nonstick surface is made without PFAS and PTFE. If easy handling matters more than a large batch, the framed AOTASO silicone pan is lighter and has handles; if you want a heavier pan suited to indoor and outdoor cooking, choose the SIRCLES cast iron. Below, I’ll help you weigh browning, release and lifting the pan so your choice fits the way you bake.
#1 · Nordic Ware
Nordic Ware Procast Mini Scone
This is the best all-round choice for brunches and gatherings: its 16 cavities make a generous batch of uniform mini wedges, while cast aluminum and the nonstick coating balance browning with easier release.
#2 · AOTASO
AOTASO Silicone Scone Pan with Metal Reinforced Frame, Non-Stick | 8-Cavity Food-Grade Mini Scone Pans for Baking, BPA free
Choose this if low weight and easy transfer matter most. Its metal-reinforced frame and handles make the flexible silicone pan easier to carry than a floppy mold, though its eight cavities mean a smaller batch.
#3 · Zorazio
Zorazio Scone Pan 12Cavity, Non-Stick Silicone Wedge Mold for Baking, Mini Scone Pan for,Brownies,Pizza European-Grade Silicone, 1Pack
This is the silicone pick if you want 12 wedges at once and a flexible mold that folds away for storage. It’s lightweight, but lacks the reinforced frame and handles that make the AOTASO easier to move when filled.
#4 · SIRCLES
SIRCLES Cast Iron Scone Pan, 16-Cavity Mini Scone & Biscuit Baking Pan | Makes 16 Mini Wedges at Once, Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron for Scones, Biscuits, Cornbread & Brownies
Take this one if you prize cast iron’s heat retention and want a pan you can use in the oven, on the stovetop, grill or campfire. Its 16 cavities suit batch baking, but at 9.2 pounds it’s the heavyweight choice.
Cast aluminum, cast iron or silicone: which gives the edges you want?
For a good balance of browned edges and straightforward release, I’d take the Nordic Ware. Cast aluminum conducts heat well, while the nonstick coating helps with the pointed corners where dough can cling. Cast iron retains heat and is a strong choice when you want pronounced browning, but it is much heavier and needs sensible seasoning care. Silicone is the easiest to flex for release, but it won’t feel as rigid as either metal pan.
How many mini scones do you want in one batch?
The Nordic Ware and SIRCLES each make 16 wedges, so they suit a full brunch table or a gathering. The Zorazio makes 12, a useful middle ground, while the AOTASO makes eight and is a better fit for smaller batches. I’d choose by how often you bake for a crowd, not just the largest cavity count: a pan that’s easier to lift and clean is more pleasant to use regularly.
Which pan is easiest to lift and release?
For a light pan with a steadier grip, choose the AOTASO: its reinforced rim and handles help with carrying, and the silicone flexes to help free the wedges. The Zorazio is lighter still, but flexible silicone needs careful support when full—set it on a baking sheet before filling and moving it. If heavy cookware is uncomfortable for your hands, skip the 9.2-pound SIRCLES and favor one of the silicone pans or the 1.7-pound Nordic Ware.
How they compare
Which one is yours
Nordic Ware: Choose it for the best overall mix of a 16-wedge batch, even browning and nonstick release.
AOTASO: Choose it when low weight, handles and a reinforced rim matter more than making a large batch.
Zorazio: Choose it for a light, foldable silicone pan with 12 cavities and compact storage.
SIRCLES: Choose it when cast iron’s heat retention and versatility for oven, stovetop, grill and campfire use outweigh the heavy lift.
You will also want
Hot pans are awkward to carry, and a newly baked wedge pan needs a safe place to rest. I’d keep a pair of heat-resistant holders and a trivet near the oven, and use a non-scratch sponge to protect coated bakeware during cleanup.
5 PCS Pot Holders for Kitchen, Cotton Potholers with Great Heat Resistance, Hot Pads, Trivets for Cooking and Baking Black
Use these cotton pot holders to grip and carry a hot metal scone pan from the oven.
Silicone Trivets for Hot Dishes, 4 PCS Multipurpose Heat Resistant Mat Thick Silicone Hot Pads Pot Holders for Kitchen Counter, Flexible Jar Opener Food Grade Spoon Holder, Silicone Coasters (Almond)
A silicone trivet gives the hot pan a heat-resistant place to rest on the counter after baking.
Mr. Scrub All-Purpose Sponges, Non Scratch, for Washing and Cleaning Dishes, Premium Scrub and Scrubbers, 12 Pads, Ideal for Kitchen, Bathroom
These non-scratch sponges are a sensible choice for washing coated pans without using an abrasive scrubber.
Questions buyers ask
How do I stop mini scones sticking in the pointed corners?
Even with a nonstick pan, lightly grease each cavity, paying attention to the tip, and avoid packing dough into the corners too firmly. Let the pan cool briefly after baking, then loosen the edges gently with a flexible, non-metal tool rather than scraping the coating.
How do you demold mini scones without flipping the pan?
With a flexible silicone pan, support the pan on a baking sheet while baking, then push gently from underneath and lift each wedge out. For rigid metal pans, loosening the edges first helps; if a wedge still won’t release, turning the pan over onto a cooling rack is usually easier than prying hard at its point.
Is cast iron or nonstick better for mini scones?
Cast iron holds heat well and can help make browned edges, but it is heavy and its seasoning needs care. A coated cast-aluminum pan is a more convenient everyday compromise: it browns well and is easier to release from. For the least wrestling at demolding, silicone is the flexible option.
What is the weight of the Nordic Ware mini scone pan?
The Nordic Ware Procast weighs 1.7 pounds.
Which mini scone pan is best for someone with arthritic hands?
The AOTASO weighs 0.58 pounds, and its reinforced frame and handles give it a steadier grip than the unframed Zorazio. Set it on a baking sheet before filling so you don’t have to carry flexible silicone unsupported.
Does pre-seasoned cast iron mean scones won’t stick?
No—pre-seasoning helps, but it doesn’t guarantee a no-stick release, especially in small pointed cavities. Lightly grease the wells, avoid forcing out a stubborn wedge, and clean and dry the pan carefully to look after its seasoning.