Pancakes in the Stoneware Disaster!

[Yvonne]

I recently read "a day in the life of a bar pan" which suggested cooking a large pancake in there. I tried this yesterday and it was a disaster. What did I do wrong. It seems to set on top, but wasn't cooked underneath. I left it in the oven longer and the top browned and went crispy, but it still wasn't cooked underneath. Was it my mix? Luckily this was at home and not at a show.
I would love to be able to do this at a show, but if I can't manage it at home...
Yvonne

 

[ChefSandyK]

My experience

I tried it, too. Left it in for 20 minutes...was cooked through, but really pale. It was also MUCH more "crumbly" than on the stove top...very messy with a toddler!

I'll try one more time and report back,
Sandy

 

[rwesterpchef]

Giant Pancake

Hmmm? I have done it and it turned out fine. I did have to cook it for about 5-7 minutes longer than listed on the sheet. What rack did you use? For my best results when using stones, I use the 2nd to the bottom. Whoever said use the center rack, has never seen my 30 year old oven, or the oven at my b-friends house. It's either low, mid-low, mid-upper or upper! I use the mid-low.

As far as your batter, I've only used Bisquick.

 

[Yvonne]

Mmmmmmmmmm

Again, thanks Rita.

I did wonder about my mix - it was a cheapo!

Will try again with a home-made mix, and use the bottom of the oven.

Yvonne

 

[Staci]

Hi Yvonne,

I'm sorry to hear that your pancake didn't turn out as expected. Cooking with the bar pan can take some practice, but don't worry, I'm here to help troubleshoot and give you some tips for success.

First, make sure that you are using a pancake mix that is specifically designed for baking in the oven. These mixes usually have a higher protein content and are better suited for the bar pan. Also, be sure to preheat your oven to the recommended temperature and place the bar pan on the center rack for even baking.

When pouring the batter into the bar pan, make sure to spread it evenly with a spatula so that it covers the entire surface. This will help ensure that the pancake cooks evenly. It's also important to not overfill the pan, as this can cause the pancake to not cook properly.

If your pancake is still not cooking evenly, you can try lowering the oven temperature slightly and cooking it for a longer period of time. Every oven is different, so it may take some trial and error to find the perfect temperature and time for your pancake.

I hope these tips help and that you give it another try. The bar pan is a great tool for making large pancakes and I'm sure you'll have success with it at your next show. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me.

Happy cooking!


Pampered Chef Consultant