Yes. The Babka Pan was specifically manufactured to provide bakers with a safe baking option. Using coffee cans and other make-shift options are unsafe due to chemicals in the metals. Our commercial grade pans are manufactured by a company in the USA specializing in commercial baking pans. The glaze coating is specifically formulated for bakeware applications.

Yes. Even though the coating is designed for easy release, it is best to still grease the pans with shortening or coconut oil. Butter can be used but is not recommended as the loaves will bake darker with butter.

No. It is not recommended to place the Babka Pans into the dishwasher due to the harsh chemicals that can deteriorate the coating. It is best to hand wash bakeware in warm water with mild dishwashing soap and dry immediately. Do not use any abrasive materials on the inner can where the glaze coating is applied.

No. Lining the pans with parchment paper makes it more difficult to place the dough into the pan as the dough sticks to the parchment paper. The Babka Pan was manufactured specifically to provide a safe baking pan that does not need parchment paper (as would be used with a coffee can).

Yes, as long as the baking temperature is within the manufacturer recommendations (oven safe to 240°C (464°F); maximum recommended peak temperature is 260°C (500°F ).