Frequent question: Can I use a cake pan to bake cookies?

If you want a “cookie cake”, use a cheesecake pan, a round cake pan, a glass pie pan, or even a rimmed pizza pan for a huge “cookie cake” or “cookie pie”.

What can I use if I don’t have a cookie pan?

Use parchment paper on any pan. It will prevent the cookies from sticking. Oven tray is fine, make sure you have parchment paper or else, the cookies will stick on the tray. a pizza pan would work you need something flat and solid not the tray or aluminum foil.

Can I bake cookies without a baking sheet?

If you do not have a cookie sheet, you can use a variety of alternatives. Some alternatives to a cookie sheet include a silicone pan, an aluminum baking pan, a muffin tin, a cast-iron skillet, a glass pan, porcelain bakeware, or a pizza stone. Keep reading to learn more about baking without a cookie sheet.

Is it OK to bake with aluminum pans?

In short: While untreated aluminum is not unsafe, it should not be used with acidic foods, which may ruin both the food and the cookware. … Our favorite rimmed baking sheet is made out of aluminum and perfectly safe to use, but avoid cooking acidic foods on it.

Are nonstick pans good for baking?

Not only can you use them for cooking, but they are beyond terrific for brownies, blondies, corn breads and Dutch babies. They make for perfect golden edges, and a super easy cleanup. Pro-tip: on a hot summer day, I love to make a giant skillet brownie and top it with scoops of vanilla ice cream for the best dessert.

Can I use aluminum foil instead of parchment paper for cookies?

Just to give you a point of reference, Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil is made of 98.5 percent aluminum. … That’s why cookies baked on foil-lined sheets have browner, crispier bottoms (that, yes, are sometimes burned) than those baked on parchment paper, the scientifically smarter choice for the perfect batch of cookies.