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LE TAUCI Ceramic Pie Pans, 9 Inch, Set of 2, White
Are the LE TAUCI 9-inch ceramic pie pans a good choice for family baking, or should you choose a deeper dish?
For occasional family baking, I’d choose these if having two matching dishes matters: bake a pair of pies for a holiday meal, or keep one ready for a pot pie or quiche. They fit a regular 9-inch store-bought crust and have a 1.7-inch height, so they suit familiar standard recipes better than extra-tall fillings. The white fluted ceramic is attractive enough to bring straight to the table, and the set stacks for storage. For generous deep-dish pies, though, I’d step up to one of the deeper options below.
From the Amazon listing
- ✓A Versatile Dish You Worth It: 9 inch in diameter, 1.7-inch in height; Our fluted stoneware pie dish not just for home-made baking fruit pies, pot pies, crisps, quiches, but also fits the regular 9-inch pie crust bought in the grocery store; So you can save time preparing pie
- ✓Ceramics Is A Healthier Choice Than Metal Bakeware: The ceramic pie dish elevates pie baking from ordinary to art as it evenly distributes the heat during baking; Durable for everyday use; The highly resistant glaze does not absorb food odors or flavors
- ✓Microwave, Oven, Dishwasher Safe: Use heat-safe ceramic grade A porcelain, hop willingly into your freezer, microwave, and oven safe up to 482 °F; Compare to other products, they can't compete in terms of quality because their AB grade porcelain has a lot of defects
- ✓Bake Evenly With Flat Top: Allows even heat distribution to ensure even baking for each oven safe baking dish; You will get a nice crispy crunchy outside and a moist delicate texture inside
Will a 9-inch ceramic pie dish fit standard recipes?
Yes: these are 9-inch dishes, and they’re intended to fit a regular 9-inch store-bought crust. That makes them an easy match for many familiar pie recipes, quiches and crisps. Check a recipe’s depth and filling volume before you start; a standard crust fitting the dish does not mean every deep-dish recipe will. The fluted rim also gives you a ready guide for crimping homemade dough.
Is this deep enough for a deep-dish pie?
Not really; 1.7 inches is better thought of as regular pie depth. It works for classic fruit pies and everyday savory pies, but a tall filling can crowd the rim or bubble over. If you regularly make extra-generous apple, pumpkin or chicken pies, choose the MORA or Lareina instead. I’d use these for the standard family recipes you already make, not buy them expecting a deep-dish upgrade.
Will ceramic give me a crispy bottom crust?
Ceramic distributes heat well, but the pan alone cannot guarantee a crisp bottom. For fruit pies, fully preheat the oven and bake on a lower rack; putting a preheated baking sheet on that rack can give the bottom crust a helpful head start. If the bottom is still pale, give it more time rather than pulling the pie when only the top looks done. Metal generally browns a bottom crust faster, while ceramic is a nice choice when even baking and serving in the same dish matter more.
Is a two-pan set useful, and where will it go?
It is useful if you bake for gatherings, want a second pie ready at the same time, or like keeping one dish available for a savory bake. These dishes are stackable, which helps when cabinet space is tight. Ceramic still needs a little care in crowded cupboards: avoid knocking the rims together, since a hard bump can chip a dish. The white finish is simple to pair with most serving ware. Choose this set if having two stackable dishes for regular baking matters more than extra depth.
How they compare
Two stackable white ceramic dishes for standard 9-inch pies, quiches and holiday baking.
A deeper vanilla-white ceramic dish for tall pies when you only need one pan.
Two red, 53-ounce deep-dish pans for generous savory or sweet fillings.
Who it suits
This set is for the home baker who makes standard pies, quiches or pot pies for family meals and wants two matching, oven-to-table dishes. It is especially practical when you’re baking for a holiday or potluck and would rather have a second pan ready than bake in batches.
What you give up
- The 1.7-inch sides are not the choice for high-volume deep-dish fillings; the deeper MORA and Lareina give you more room.
- Ceramic is breakable, so take care around sink edges, metal racks and crowded cabinets; dishwasher-safe does not mean chip-proof.
- If your first priority is the fastest, darkest bottom-crust browning, a metal pie pan is usually the better tool.
When another one is the better buy
MORA Ceramic Pie Pan - 9 inch - Deep Fluted Pie Dish - Vanilla White: Choose the MORA if you want one deeper, 2.5-inch pie dish for tall fillings and prefer a vanilla-white serving piece.
Lareina 53oz, Deep Dish Pie Pan, 9 Inch, Ceramic, Red, Set of 2 | Fluted Pie Dish, For Apple, Quiche, Pecan, Pot Pies, Round Pie Plate: Choose the Lareina if you want two dishes but need more depth: its 2.4-inch sides and 53-ounce capacity are better suited to generous fillings, and the red finish makes a bolder table statement.
Questions buyers ask
Are these ceramic pie dishes dishwasher safe?
Yes, they are dishwasher safe, as well as microwave, freezer and oven safe up to 482°F. For easier cleanup, soak stuck-on filling before washing; to reduce chips, keep the dishes from knocking against other cookware in the machine.
How do I keep a ceramic pie dish from chipping or cracking?
Ceramic can chip from a sharp knock and crack from a sudden temperature change. Don’t put a hot dish on a cold or wet surface, and avoid moving it straight from the freezer into a hot oven. Handle the fluted rim gently when washing and storing.
Is ceramic or glass better for a pie’s bottom crust?
Both can bake a good pie, but neither makes crust browning automatic. Glass lets you check the underside as it bakes, while ceramic is an attractive oven-to-table choice with steady heat; metal often has the edge when quick, deep bottom browning is the priority. Oven rack position and a fully preheated oven matter whichever pan you use.
How do I get a crisp bottom crust on a fruit pie?
Bake on a lower oven rack and make sure the oven is fully preheated. For a useful boost, place a sturdy baking sheet on the rack while the oven heats, then set the pie on it. If you’re blind-baking, dock the crust and use pie weights so it holds its shape.
Is a set of two pie dishes better than buying one?
It is worth choosing two if you often bake for guests, want to make two pies at once or want one dish available for a savory meal. If you rarely need a second pan and prioritize a deeper pie, a single deeper dish like the MORA is a more direct fit.
Can I use a regular 9-inch pie recipe in these?
Yes. For a deep-dish recipe, use a deeper pan or reduce the filling to avoid crowding.
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