PanSpanStainless Steel Bundt Pan
Which Bundt pan should I choose if I want a durable, easy-release alternative to stainless steel?
None of these pans is stainless steel, so if you require uncoated stainless, these aren’t substitutes. If your main goal is replacing a flaking pan with a release-friendly coating made without PFAS and PTFE, I’d choose the Nordic Ware: it pairs cast aluminum’s even heating with a PFAS- and PTFE-free silicone nonstick surface. For a 10-cup ceramic-coated option, the casaWare is a good fit, provided you’re happy to hand-wash it. The other choices make sense for particular sizes, care preferences, or larger cakes.
#1 · Nordic Ware
Nordic Ware Original Bundt, 12-Cup, Silver
Choose the Nordic Ware if you want a generous 12-cup pan, detailed fluting, and a coating made without PFAS or PTFE. Its cast aluminum is not stainless or coating-free, but it’s the one I’d pick for even browning and dependable release.
#2 · casaWare
casaWare Fluted Cake Pan 9.5-inch (10-Cup) Ceramic Coated NonStick (Silver Granite)
Choose the casaWare for a 10-cup fluted cake pan with a ceramic coating made without PFAS, PTFE, PFOA, PFOS, lead, or cadmium. It’s a sensible coating-conscious alternative if hand-washing suits your routine.
#3 · Wilton
Wilton Gold Non-Stick Fluted Tube Cake Pan, Made Without PFAS, 9.49 in | Non-Stick Steel with Scratch-Resistant Coating, Resists Warping, Dishwasher Safe, Perfect for Bundt & Fluted Tube Cakes
Choose the Wilton if dishwasher-safe cleanup and a more compact fluted pan matter most. It’s listed as 9.49 inches across and 3.37 inches deep, with a nonstick coating and an oven-safe limit of 450°F.
#4 · Novery
Novery 9.5" Non-Stick Carbon Steel Fluted Tube Cake Pan | For Pound Cake Jello Gelatin Flan Chocoflan, Heavy Duty, Non-Stick Easy Release, Sturdy Baking pan
Choose the Novery for a straightforward 9.5-inch carbon-steel pan suited to everyday ring cakes, pound cakes, and molded desserts. Its nonstick coating helps release, but it isn’t the choice here for a stated PFAS- or PTFE-free coating.
#5 · Boxiki Kitchen
Boxiki Kitchen Ceramic Fluted Cake Pan, 12 x 10 x 3 Inches Nonstick Pound Cake Pan, Heavy Duty 0.6mm Aluminized Steel, KFCC Korean Ceramic Coating, Oven Safe to 550°F, PFAS-Free, Large Tube Cake Mold
Choose the Boxiki if you want a larger-format fluted pan for generous cakes, flan, or gelatin molds. Its aluminized-steel construction has a ceramic coating described as PFAS-free, but its 12-by-10-inch dimensions make it a less conventional choice than the rounder pans above.
Is avoiding PFAS and PTFE the goal, or do you require uncoated metal?
For a PFAS- and PTFE-free nonstick surface, I’d take the Nordic Ware; the casaWare is another option with a ceramic coating stated to be free of both. Neither is bare metal, and a coated pan is not the same thing as a coating-free pan. If you want to avoid coatings altogether, don’t choose any of these.
How much cake do you usually bake?
The Nordic Ware is the clear pick for its stated 12-cup capacity, while the casaWare is a 10-cup option. The Wilton and Novery are smaller-diameter pans, so they suit more modest cakes and less storage space. Pick the Boxiki when a larger-format mold is more useful than a conventional round footprint.
How do you get a Bundt cake to release cleanly?
Even with nonstick, grease every groove and the center tube carefully; for a classic cake, dust the greased pan with flour and tap out the excess. Use cocoa instead of flour for a chocolate cake if you want to avoid pale marks. Let the cake settle briefly after baking, then invert it while it is still warm rather than leaving it to cool completely in the pan.
Is dishwasher cleanup a must?
The Wilton is the straightforward choice here because it is stated to be dishwasher safe. The casaWare recommends hand-washing, which is also a sensible habit for coated bakeware when you want to preserve its release surface. For the other pans, stick to gentle hand-washing unless their care instructions say otherwise.
How they compare
Which one is yours
Nordic Ware: You want a 12-cup pan with a PFAS- and PTFE-free release coating and cast-aluminum heat conduction.
casaWare: You want a 10-cup ceramic-coated pan with a broad set of stated coating exclusions and don’t mind hand-washing.
Wilton: You prioritize a compact fluted pan and dishwasher-safe cleanup.
Novery: You want a practical 9.5-inch carbon-steel pan for everyday baking and molded desserts.
Boxiki Kitchen: You want a larger-format fluted mold for bigger cakes or gelatin desserts.
You will also want
A couple of practical extras make handling and cleaning a fluted pan easier, especially when you’re trying to keep its release surface in good shape.
Oven Mitts and Pan Racks 4-Piece Set, Extended Kitchen Oven Mitts and Pan Racks, Heat Resistant 500 °F, Silicone Non-Slip Surface for Baking and Cooking (Black)
Oven mitts give you a secure way to lift a hot Bundt pan without grabbing its narrow rim.
Mr. Scrub All-Purpose Sponges, Non Scratch, for Washing and Cleaning Dishes, Premium Scrub and Scrubbers, 12 Pads, Ideal for Kitchen, Bathroom
Non-scratch sponges help clean cake residue without scouring the pan’s nonstick or ceramic surface.
BYKITCHEN Pot Pan Protectors for Stacking,6pcs & 3 Sizes, Separator Pads | Felt Cookware Dividers with Stars Protect Pans, Pots, Cast Iron & Bowls From Scratches and Chipping When Stacked or Stored
Pan protectors help prevent scratches if you stack the coated pans with other bakeware.
Questions buyers ask
Are any of these true stainless steel Bundt pans?
No. These picks are cast aluminum, ceramic-coated or nonstick pans, or aluminized or carbon steel. If you need an uncoated stainless-steel pan, none of these is the right match.
Which is the best nonstick Bundt pan without PFAS or PTFE?
The Nordic Ware is the clearest match: its silicone nonstick is stated to be made without PFAS and PTFE. The casaWare also states that its ceramic coating is free of both; remember that it is still a coating, not bare metal.
Will a Bundt cake release cleanly without nonstick?
It can, but the grooves need careful preparation: grease the pan thoroughly, including the tube and every ridge, then dust with flour or cocoa. A well-prepared pan and releasing the cake while warm matter more than relying on a bare surface to behave like nonstick.
Can I steam pudding in a fluted tube pan in a pressure cooker?
The tube shape can work for steamed pudding when the recipe and cooker allow it, but the pan must fit with the rack in place and leave room for the lid and steam. If you want stainless steel for pressure cooking, none of these picks is stainless; use a stainless pan suitable for pressure cooking and confirm that it fits your cooker. These pans are coated, so follow the care and use instructions for the particular pan rather than treating one as an uncoated stainless mold.
Will one of these fit an 8-quart Instant Pot?
Measure the cooker’s usable interior and the rack, then compare those with the pan’s widest point and height, allowing room to lift it out and close the lid. A nominal pan diameter alone isn’t enough to confirm a fit.