PanSpanEnamel Pie Plate
Which enamel pie plate should I choose for a well-browned crust, a generous fruit filling, and easy carrying to a gathering?
For most fruit-pie bakers, I’d choose the Golden Rabbit: it’s the deeper round pan here, with a stainless steel rim that’s handy when moving a full pie. If carrying a lightweight, shatterproof dish matters more, the Crow Canyon is the better fit. Enamel pans generally respond to heat more readily than thick ceramic, which can help a bottom crust brown, though the recipe and oven matter too. The Falcon set is for individual portions, not a standard round pie.
#1 · Golden Rabbit
Golden Rabbit Enamelware Pie Pan Plate, 10 inch, Red Swirl
Choose this for full-size fruit pies and a more generous filling. Its 10-inch diameter and 1.75-inch depth make it the best match here when you want more room than a shallow pie plate offers.
#2 · Crow Canyon Home
Crow Canyon Home Enamelware Pie Plate, 10 inch, Blue/White Splatter
Choose this when low weight and taking a pie to a potluck matter most. It’s lightweight and shatterproof, and its blue-and-white splatter finish looks at home on the table; handle the enamel gently, since shatterproof does not mean chip-proof.
#3 · Falcon
6 X Falcon 16cm Oblong Pie Dish - Enamel
Choose this six-dish set for individual savory pies, quiches, or neatly portioned desserts. Its oblong shape is useful for serving smaller bakes, but it isn’t a substitute for one full-size pie plate.
Do you need a deeper pan for a tall fruit filling?
The Golden Rabbit is the clear choice among the round pans: it’s 1.75 inches deep, compared with the Crow Canyon’s 1.25-inch stated side height. That gives you more room, but neither is presented as an extra-deep dish. Leave space below the rim for bubbling juice, and set the pie on a baking sheet to catch overflow.
Is easy transport more important than extra filling room?
Take the Crow Canyon if you want a lighter dish that’s described as shatterproof. The Golden Rabbit is the pick for a deeper fruit pie and has a stainless steel rim to hold onto, but it weighs more. For either one, use oven mitts and support the base when carrying a hot or filled pie.
Are you baking one pie or serving individual portions?
For a classic family pie, choose one of the round plates: Golden Rabbit for more depth, or Crow Canyon for lighter carrying. The Falcon set contains six small oblong dishes, so it suits individual servings and portion control instead. Don’t choose it expecting a conventional round pie tin.
How they compare
Which one is yours
Golden Rabbit: You bake tall fruit pies and want the deeper round option, with a sturdy rim for handling.
Crow Canyon Home: You prioritize lightweight, shatterproof carry-to-the-table convenience over extra depth.
Falcon: You want six individual oblong dishes for small pies, quiches, or separate servings.
You will also want
A few simple extras make a hot pie easier to handle, cool, serve, and clean up after.
KitchenAid Asteroid Oven Mitt Set, 7"x12.5", Dark Green, 2 Piece
Oven mitts give you a safer grip when lifting a hot pie plate from the oven.
Checkered Chef Cooling Racks for Cooking and Baking - Cooling Wire Rack | Stainless steel; no-warp grid design; multi-pack, fits quarter, jelly, and half sheet pans; oven safe and dishwasher safe
A cooling rack lets air circulate under the pie as it cools, helping the bottom crust stay crisp.
RCMo Small Spatula Mini Stainless Steel Serving Metal Spatula Set of 2
A small serving spatula helps lift slices out without cutting into the enamel.
Scrub Daddy Colors Kitchen Sponges - Scratch-Free Dishwashing Sponges & Sponge for Kitchen Sink, Bathroom & Household Cleaning - BPA-Free Polymer Foam (3 Count)
A non-scratch sponge is useful for loosening baked-on filling without scouring the enamel surface.
Questions buyers ask
Which of these is the best deep-dish enamel pie plate?
The Golden Rabbit is the deepest round option here at 1.75 inches. It offers more room than the Crow Canyon, but neither is an extra-deep pie dish, so keep some headroom for fruit juices to bubble.
What are the rim-depth dimensions?
The Golden Rabbit is 1.75 inches deep, and the Crow Canyon has a stated side height of 1.25 inches. The Falcon dishes are small oblong portion dishes rather than round pie plates.
How do I keep fruit pie from boiling over an enamel pie tin?
Leave space between the filling and the rim, and vent the top crust so steam can escape. Put the pie on a baking sheet to catch any juices that still bubble over.
How do I clean burnt pie filling or baked-on sugar off enamel?
Let the dish cool, then soak it in warm water to soften the residue. Use a baking-soda paste and a non-scratch sponge for stubborn spots; avoid metal scourers and scraping with a knife.
Does baked-on fruit permanently stain white enamel?
Baked-on fruit can discolor enamel, but it does not usually permanently stain an intact surface. Soak the dish to loosen residue, and avoid abrasive scrubbing, which can dull or damage the surface.
Can I put an enamel pie plate straight from the freezer into a hot oven?
Avoid that sudden temperature change. Thaw the pie in the refrigerator first, and let the dish lose its deep chill before putting it in a hot oven.
Can I cut pie with a metal knife in an enamel dish?
I wouldn’t. A knife or sharp utensil can chip or scratch enamel, so slice the pie on a cutting board or use a pie server to lift portions out.