{"id":2105100,"date":"2025-01-22T10:15:20","date_gmt":"2025-01-22T16:15:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=2105100"},"modified":"2025-02-20T09:24:03","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T15:24:03","slug":"hexclad-griddle-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/hexclad-griddle-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Hexclad Griddle Review: Effortless Breakfasts Coming Right Up!"},"content":{"rendered":"Breakfast has always been my least favorite meal of the day. I find cooking early in the morning tedious, so my husband and I often turn to the same simple eats that will fuel us into the afternoon. Our latest hyperfixation? \"Eggs in a basket<\/a>,\" made with bagels or toast and topped with goat cheese and hot honey. This combo has even me\u2014a non-breakfast person\u2014looking forward to waking up.\r\n\r\nThe only issue is that I can't fit multiple slices of bread in the same pan while still having room to flip. While a very<\/em> minor problem, it was still annoying\u2014and one that the HexClad griddle<\/a>\u00a0solves. Here's what you need to know about this multipurpose pan.\r\n\r\n[SINGLE_AFFILIATE_PRODUCT superlative=\"We Tried It\" product_name=\"HexClad Griddle Pan\" short_description=\"Need a solid griddle pan that's also effortlessly nonstick? This editor-tested option from HexClad has you covered.\" image=\"2105886\" image_credit=\"VIA MERCHANT\" pr_name=\"HexClad\" pr_url=\"https:\/\/www.awin1.com\/cread.php?awinmid=21679&awinaffid=622885&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fhexclad.com%2Fproducts%2F12-griddle-pan\" pr_display_text=\"Shop on HexClad\" retailers_2_name=\"Amazon\" retailers_2_url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0CQQVLZY7?tag=tohmke-20\" retailers_2_display_text=\"Shop on Amazon\" \/]\r\n

What is the Hexclad griddle?<\/h2>\r\nThe HexClad griddle<\/a> is yet another iteration from the beloved cookware brand. It merges the power of cast iron and stainless steel<\/a> with the ease of nonstick. You can use the griddle on any stovetop (including induction) and in the oven. Plus, the tough construction stands up to abuse from metal utensils and tough scrubs. No need to pamper these pans!\r\n\r\nLike most griddles, the HexClad version has low edges and a large footprint. This makes it easy to slide in a spatula for flipping and cook breakfast for your whole crew.\r\n

How We Tested It<\/h2>\r\n\"Hexclad\r\n\r\nI've been using the 12-inch HexClad griddle since November 2024. In that time, I've prepared many breakfasts and reheated bulky leftovers, like pizza slices.\r\n

Breakfast Foods Testing<\/h3>\r\nWhen the HexClad griddle arrived, I slid it out of its sleek, black box and gave it a quick wash. The next morning, I skipped over my traditional 10-inch skillet and grabbed the griddle pan. I set it to medium-low heat and added a small knob of butter which, after the burner started to warm, danced around the pan. Now, the HexClad griddle has much lower walls than a traditional skillet, but it's still not completely flat, so there's no risk of spillage.\r\n\r\n\"Hexclad\r\n\r\nI started prepping my ingredients, then added four bagel halves to the pan. They all fit\u2014with room to spare! I cracked an egg into each center and let them cook. When it was time to flip I, again, had room to spare. The ample cooking footprint of the griddle combined with the lower walls made this meal a cinch.\r\n\r\nFor my next test, I turned to a griddle classic: pancakes. I whipped up my favorite Kodiak cake mix and grabbed some fresh blueberries. To truly test this pan's nonstick power, I skipped adding a fat, like butter or oil, and placed the batter directly onto the hot pan. Once bubbles formed in the batter, I gave each 'cake a flip.\r\n\r\nWhile not quite as golden as I was hoping for, that had more to do with my impatience and less to do with the pan. More importantly, there was zero sticking!\u00a0Even as the blueberries got jammy and oozed out of the pancakes, it didn't prevent a seamless release.\r\n

Cleanup and Maintenance<\/h3>\r\nThe HexClad griddle pan is marketed as dishwasher-safe. But honestly? There's no need. The nonstick coating allows grease, grime and residue to slide off with just a simple rinse. Even burnt-on blueberry pancake gunk came off with just one swipe of my sponge.\r\n\r\nPlus, even after months of consistent wear, my HexClad griddle still looks like new. I've converted most of my kitchen to HexClad at this point, and this is one of the main reasons why. Many pans (especially colorful ceramics<\/a>) start to lose their luster over time. Most of my HexClad pieces look brand new after even years of daily use. I expect the griddle will hold up the same.\r\n

Pros<\/h3>\r\n