7 Best Cookie Sheets and Sheet Pans, Tested by Food Network Kitchen

Consider this your workhorse pan. Most similar to the kind used in our test kitchen, these lightweight, warp-resistant aluminized steel pans have an uncoated surface, which means you can really use and abuse them, without worrying about disturbing the finish. During testing, we found that they conducted heat evenly, browning — not burning — the bottoms of our cookies and pizzas, while still thoroughly cooking the tops. And while inexpensive enough to replace as needed, Chicago Metallic Commercial II pans come with an impressive limited lifetime warranty.

The weight of this baking sheet pan immediately signals that it means business. An encapsulated galvanized steel rim adds reinforcement and prevents warping while an aluminum base ensures even heat conductivity, which was apparent in all of our tests — cookies and pizza had golden-brown bottoms, and Brussels sprouts were crispy and evenly cooked. It’s a sheet pan that doesn’t mind scratches and scrapes and will be around for the long haul, especially since it’s backed by a lifetime warranty.

We’re not biased about Food Network branded cooking equipment in our testing — this non-stick, carbon-steel baking sheet went through the same process as the others and did quite well. Thanks to its textured bottom, which allows for more air flow, the Brussels sprouts were wonderfully crispy, while the pizza and cookies all had bottoms that were evenly golden-brown. Those raised ridges also make cleaning a breeze — crusted on cheese and cookie crumbs were washed away without much effort. It’s the perfect sheet pan for the cook who resents clean-up. Choose between a bronze and gray finish.

Ideal for your messiest, stickiest cooking projects, a silicone-based coating allows everything from jam-filled bar cookies to cheesy pizza slide seamlessly from the pan. And while that means you won’t need to pick at congealed drips with sharp implements, it’s also the only nonstick pan we tested that’s safe with metal tools. Additional points in its favor: The Chicago Metallic Professional Half Sheet conducts heat evenly, a wire rod-reinforced lip prevents warping, and it’s even dishwasher safe, although hand-washing is generally preferable, to extend the life of the product. That said, at this price, you won’t have to break the bank replacing it.

The best cookie sheets should be lightweight, durable and slick. We love this option from Williams Sonoma because it felt strong and sturdy in our hands, with an ample space to grip even when wearing thick oven mitts. It’s made from aluminized steel that’s nonstick and super slick, so the cookies we baked easily came off the pan without leaving any bits stuck to the surface. The reinforced edges make it extra-resistant to warping, and the flat surface is large enough to allow for ample space between cookies.

During our testing, we found that some pans yielded cookies that were flat and sunken. However, this pan yielded cookies that had a rounded, domed center with gentle browning around the edges and a perfectly-cooked center. Each cookie was baked consistently, so the cookies on the outer edges of the pan had the same level of browning as cookies in the center of the pan. Though the cookies didn’t slide off freely, they were very easy to remove by hand or with a silicone spatula. Though this cookie sheet is dishwasher-safe, the brand recommends washing it by hand in order to prolong the life of the nonstick coating. As is the case with any piece of nonstick cookware, it’s best to use silicone or wooden utensils to prevent scratching.

If you’re looking for a reliable cookie sheet that’s lightweight and easy to clean, look to T-fal’s AirBake Natural Cookie Sheets. The sturdy pans are sold in a pack of two, making them an incredible value for the money. Throughout our testing we found that these pans are lightweight and easy to transfer in and out of the oven. The angled lip makes it easy to grab with oven mitts on, and even when loaded with cookies, it’s easy to grab with one hand without putting a strain on your wrist. Cookies baked evenly and thoroughly, and we had no problem sliding them off once cooked. Nothing stuck to the pan and it’s super easy to wash by hand with soap and water. These are lightweight pans that yield evenly-baked cookies at an affordable price. Keep in mind that these pans are not dishwasher-safe, so be sure to hand wash them after each use.

This sheet pan duo has withstood near daily use for months and still looks brand new. The non-stick, ceramic-coated interior means whatever we're making — from roasted veggies, potatoes and chickpeas to homemade cookies — never sticks to the pan, ensuring the easiest clean-up. While they are on the heavier side, we found that these sturdy pans conducted heat evenly and resulted in crisp, well-cooked vegetables, perfectly browned cookies and crispy chickpeas.