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Emile Henry Medium Rectangle Baker
Best durable ceramic baker for home cooks who value elegant presentation.
Elevate your culinary creations with the Emile Henry Medium Rectangle Baker. Crafted in France from unique Burgundy clay, this baker offers heirloom quality and exceptional durability. Its versatile design allows for seamless transitions from freezer to oven to microwave, making meal prep and serving effortless. The hand-applied glaze ensures easy cleanup, and it's dishwasher safe. Perfect for baking, roasting, or serving, this baker is presentation-ready and backed by a 10-year guarantee, promising lasting performance for your kitchen.
$64.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
38
/ 517
#38 in Roasting Pans
Price vs Category Average
-45%
Below average
Dimensions
118
/ " L x " W
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking perfectly uniform browning and even heat
- Busy hosts wanting easy cleanup and scratch-resistant surfaces
- Meal preppers needing seamless freezer-to-oven versatility
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers prioritizing value over premium materials
- Cooks with limited wrist strength or mobility concerns
- Clumsy kitchen users worried about accidental drops
Performance breakdown
Thermal Resilience
Burgundy clay handles extreme temperature shifts from freezer to oven effortlessly.
Heat Retention
Dense ceramic construction keeps dishes warm long after leaving the oven.
Cleaning Ease
The high-quality glaze prevents stubborn baked-on residue from sticking.
Versatility
Seamlessly moves from prep to cooking to elegant tabletop serving.
Build Quality
Heirloom-grade craftsmanship backed by a decade of reliable performance.
Aesthetic Appeal
Sophisticated finish makes this piece a centerpiece for any dinner table.
Key Specs
Dimensions
11" L x 8" W
Capacity
3.2 Quarts
Material
Ceramic (Burgundy Clay)
Finish
Glazed
Warranty
10 Year Guarantee
Oven Safe
Yes
Freezer Safe
Yes
Microwave Safe
Yes
Features
- Made in France with Burgundy clay
- Freezer, oven, and microwave safe
- Durable, hand-applied glaze finish
- Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning
- Resists thermal shock
- Ideal for baking, roasting, and serving
- Presentation-ready design
- Backed by a 10-year guarantee
What customers say
This Emile Henry baker is celebrated as a premium kitchen essential, primarily for its superior heat performance and exceptional quality. Reviewers consistently highlight the Burgundy clay for providing remarkably even cooking, ensuring perfectly browned results. The durable, vibrant glaze is another major benefit, offering nonstick ease that simplifies cleanup significantly. Many consider this a beautiful, robust heirloom piece that moves effortlessly from oven to table. While the initial investment is noted as high, most agree the longevity and performance justify the cost for serious cooks. The consensus is that this bakeware elevates the home cooking experience, making it a worthwhile long-term purchase.
Know before you buy
Yes. The Burgundy clay is specifically engineered to resist thermal shock, allowing it to transition safely between extreme temperatures without cracking.
No special maintenance is needed. The hand-applied glaze is highly durable and naturally resistant to sticking, and the entire piece is dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.
Absolutely. Its elegant, presentation-ready design is intended to go straight from the oven to your dining table, eliminating the need to transfer food to a separate serving dish.
This baker has a 3.2-quart capacity, which is well-suited for standard casseroles, roasted vegetables, or smaller cuts of meat.
No, this baker does not use a chemical non-stick coating. Instead, it relies on the quality of the glazed Burgundy clay, which provides a smooth surface that releases food easily when properly greased or oiled.
The 10-year guarantee covers manufacturing defects under normal household use. It ensures that the piece will maintain its performance and structural integrity over a decade of regular cooking.
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