Emile Henry
Emile Henry Modern Classics Square Baker
Best versatile ceramic baker for home cooks who value elegant presentation.
Bake and serve your favorite dishes, from gratins to desserts, in the Emile Henry Modern Classics Square Baker. Proudly crafted in France from durable, high-fired Burgundy clay, this versatile ceramic dish is designed for everyday use. It transitions seamlessly from the oven directly to your table. With a generous 2-quart capacity, this baker is also freezer safe for make-ahead meals and dishwasher safe for effortless cleanup after serving.
$65.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
276
/ 1585
#276 in Casserole Dishes
Price vs Category Average
-38%
Below average
Capacity
2
/ -quart
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking consistent, even baking results
- Busy meal preppers needing seamless freezer-to-oven convenience
- Design-conscious hosts wanting effortless cleanup and lasting beauty
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused shoppers prioritizing value over premium materials
- Cooks with limited wrist strength or mobility concerns
- Clumsy kitchen users prone to dropping heavy cookware
Performance breakdown
Thermal retention
Burgundy clay holds heat exceptionally well for long-lasting table service.
Versatility
Seamlessly moves from freezer to oven without compromising structural integrity.
Build quality
French craftsmanship ensures a durable, chip-resistant finish for daily kitchen use.
Cleaning ease
Smooth ceramic glaze allows for effortless scrubbing and dishwasher-safe convenience.
Aesthetic appeal
Elegant design transitions beautifully from a functional baker to serving dish.
Capacity utility
Two-quart volume is the perfect size for standard family-sized casseroles.
Key Specs
Capacity
2-quart
Dimensions
9.1-inch length, 9.1-inch width, 2.6-inch depth
Material
High-fired Burgundy clay
Oven safe up to 500°F
Freezer safe
Dishwasher safe
SKU
71-320236P
Country of Origin
France
Features
- Crafted from durable, high-fired Burgundy clay
- Goes safely from oven to table
- Suitable for baking, serving, and freezing
- Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning
- Made in France for quality assurance
- Ideal for casseroles, sides, and desserts
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Emile Henry Modern Classics Square Baker for its exceptional quality and superior performance. The proprietary clay ensures outstanding, even heat distribution, resulting in perfectly cooked and beautifully browned food. Its vibrant, durable glaze and classic French design make it an attractive oven to table piece. Users confirm the baker resists staining and scratching through frequent, high temperature use, and cleanup is simple. While the initial cost is substantial, serious home cooks view this baker as a worthwhile, long term investment due to its craftsmanship and reliable functionality. The consensus is that performance justifies the premium price.
Know before you buy
Yes, Emile Henry's Burgundy clay is designed to withstand thermal shock. You can take it from the freezer and place it directly into a preheated oven without worrying about the dish cracking.
The Modern Classics Square Baker is oven-safe up to 500°F. This makes it ideal for high-heat roasting or browning the tops of gratins and desserts.
The high-fired Burgundy clay is exceptionally durable and features a scratch-resistant glaze. While it is tough enough for everyday use, we recommend using nylon or wooden utensils to keep the surface looking pristine over time.
Absolutely. The ceramic construction provides excellent heat retention, keeping your casseroles and sides warm long after they have been removed from the oven.
With a depth of 2.6 inches and a 2-quart capacity, it is perfectly sized for standard layered dishes, gratins, and brownies. It offers enough room for bubbling sauces without the risk of overflowing.
It is completely dishwasher safe. The durable glaze is designed to withstand repeated cycles without fading or losing its finish.
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