If you're an avid home baker, chances are you've accumulated quite a few baking tins. From grandma's beautifully patterned Pyrex cutlery to stylish steel tins, our range of bakeware excels in style and function. But the basic question that comes with it is: which piece is actually the best for baking? We have all sorts of gadgets and gadgets, but at the end of the day, we always reach for the pans that offer the best, even baking. Whether you already have a ton of bakeware and bakeware or are just starting out, we can advise you on the right container for the job.glass cookware

Topic of today's great baking debate: Is it better to bake in a glass or metal pan? Well, the answer is not as simple as you might think. Each material has its own pros and cons, and at the end of the day it all comes down to what exactly you're baking. Studying the science behind heat conduction can give us some answers about the best materials for the job.

The task of the pan is to smoothly transfer heat from the oven to the batter or dough in the pan. So we're looking for a pan that conducts heat quickly and evenly. By this definition, our full range of options for baking are metals. Metal pans, such as aluminum, are lightweight, heat up quickly, and rise well and even brown. Glass pans take longer to heat up; because they retain heat on the sides and bottom of the pan, you run the risk of an uneven bake - while the inside is cooked, the outside may become dry and crunchy.

Due to their ability to conduct heat, aluminum pans are a reliable workhorse for any range of grill pans. They can be used in almost any baking project, from cakes to brownies and pies. You can buy our favorite aluminum cake pans on Amazon.

While we prefer metal for most baking projects, glass definitely has its advantages. The glass is non-reactive, which means it doesn't pick up any flavors from previous bakes - it can subtly transition from sweet to savory. While glass takes longer to heat up, it retains heat well—those insulating properties make it a great choice for baking pies when you want the crust to remain crisp and golden. Get your own 2 Pyrex Glass Pie Pans on Amazon for $16.49.

Our food editor has reserved a special place in her heart for glass dishes - especially when it comes to casseroles. "A 3-quart griddle is one of the most versatile items in my kitchen," wrote Southern Living editor Patricia York. In this case, glass comes in handy. "The glass design makes it easy to see how much browning and/or blistering is in the oven, and it can handle a wide temperature range, unlike some ceramic bakeware."