Best Overall
Nordic Ware Platinum Collection Anniversary Bundt Pan
- Design5/5
- Durability5/5
- Nonstick Properties5/5
- Cleaning5/5
- Overall Value5/5
- Handles make it easier to invert the pan and release your cake.
Handles make it easier to invert the pan and release your cake.
- Hand washing is recommended.
Hand washing is recommended.
Overall, the best Bundt pan is this pick from Nordic Ware. The cast aluminum pan is made with a non-stick coating that makes for a quick release and easy cleaning process. Plus, it’s on the taller side and can accommodate recipes that call for 10 to 15 cups of batter, so it’s ideal for larger recipes as well.
The exterior surface is made of reflective silver that supports uniform browning and cooking around the entire circular pan. According to our test, this rang true as both test recipes came out of the cake mold neatly and efficiently.
The pan features vertical fluting that alternates between sharp, narrow, and rounded, wide shapes that result in a beautifully crafted cake. Heavier and thicker than some of the other options we tested, this one held up pretty well during our durability test. There were some scratches, but they were few and far between.
It’s recommended to hand wash only with a mild detergent but we found it easy to clean during testing. Since the fluting is not too intricate and the non-stick coating is very effective, there weren’t any cake bits left or nooks and crannies to deep clean.
“Nordic Ware makes my favorite Bundt pans. They are made of cast aluminum which conducts heat beautifully and have many beautiful designs. They stand up over time and consistently prove to be the best I’ve found,” says Pattap.
The model features handles on each side that make it easy to maneuver the pan in and out of the oven and much simpler to invert and release the cake. The handles do make the pan a little wider for storage, but we didn’t feel it was much of a drawback.
Product Details: Size: 10.5 x 4.5 x 10.5 inches | Material: Aluminum
Best Budget
Wilton Premium Non-Stick Fluted Tube Pan
- Design4/5
- Durability5/5
- Nonstick Properties5/5
- Cleaning5/5
- Overall Value5/5
- It offers a more simple design that’s easy to clean.
It offers a more simple design that’s easy to clean.
- It’s more prone to scratches in comparison to other models.
It’s more prone to scratches in comparison to other models.
For a less expensive Bundt pan, we recommend this pick by Wilton. The pan is smaller than other styles and there is no intricate design or deep fluting, so there aren’t any deep crevices to clean.
While the capacity is not listed, we found it holds about 10 cups of batter at the maximum. The pan has two small handles on each side, and while not big and are more like an extension of the pan, they helped maneuver the cake pan in and out of the oven and help invert the pan after cooking.
The pan passed our cooking tests just fine. However, during the durability test, we made intentional scratches and every single one left a mark. Overall, gentle care needs to be taken with this pan, especially to protect the non-stick coating. While the cake pan is dishwasher safe, the brand recommends washing it with warm, soapy water for best results.
Product Details: Size: 9.51 x 3.37 inches | Material: Alloy steel
Best Non-Stick
casaWare Non-Stick Ceramic Coated Fluted Cake Pan
- Design5/5
- Durability5/5
- Nonstick Properties5/5
- Cleaning5/5
- Overall Value5/5
- This ceramic pan is available in four colorways and was one of the most durable options we tested.
This ceramic pan is available in four colorways and was one of the most durable options we tested.
- There’s a carbon steel base below the ceramic coating, so don’t use this in the microwave.
There’s a carbon steel base below the ceramic coating, so don’t use this in the microwave.
While many Bundt pans are usually made from carbon steel or aluminum, this pan by CasaWare has a carbon steel base covered with a non-stick ceramic coating. Offered in four colors, including some standouts like blue or rose gold, this features a speckled, granite design that’s different than other styles.
The pan is crafted with two built-in handles that help lift the inverted pan off the cake after cooking. The handles are key when maneuvering the pan into a hot oven to bake. The non-stick coating worked well in our cooking tests, although there was a bit less even browning than in other pan options.
In our durability testing, this was the most durable pan on our list, and all the dings produced shallow marks. We also think the speckled look plays to the pan’s benefit, making any defects hard to see.
Handwashing is always recommended for this pick. Luckily, cleaning was a breeze because there were no intricate designs, and the surface was very non-stick. And even though it has a ceramic coating, it should never be placed in a microwave.
Product Details: Size: 12 x 3.5 x 10.5 inches | Material: Ceramic coating over carbon steel
Best with Handles
Anolon Non-stick Fluted Mold Baking Pan
- Design4/5
- Durability5/5
- Nonstick Properties5/5
- Cleaning5/5
- Overall Value5/5
- The handles are outfitted with silicone grips.
The handles are outfitted with silicone grips.
- The fluting on this design is more subtle than some other options.
The fluting on this design is more subtle than some other options.
In addition to its sturdy carbon steel that aids in even heat distribution and won’t warp, the Anolon Bundt pan stands out thanks to its distinct handles. Two sides of the pan feature handles coated in an oven-safe silicone grip. Thanks to those silicone handles, you can confidently hold and invert this pan, even with bulky oven mitts covering your hands.
This cake pan has subtle fluting, so if you’re looking for a mold with a more intricate or unique design, this isn’t the best Bundt pan. However, in our cooking test, this pan yielded an evenly brown cake that was well-cooked and consistent. Because of the non-stick coating, the finished cake popped right out when the pan was inverted and didn’t leave any residue behind.
The one downside of this pan is that in our durability testing, every scratch left a mark on the pan, so you’ll have to be mindful while using it. Luckily, we found that the non-stick coating works exceptionally well, so you won’t be popping a butter knife into the pan to help release your cake.
For this pick, handwashing is recommended. Keep in mind that during testing, we found it was a little trickier to wash near the handles, especially if there was any overflow or crumbs wedged between the handle and the base.
Product Details: Size: 12.2 x 2.5 x 11.2 inches | Material: Carbon steel