Lodge
Lodge 12 in Cast Iron Snowflake Skillet
Best festive cookware for home cooks who love seasonal, heirloom-quality kitchen essentials.
This Lodge 12-inch cast iron skillet features a unique snowflake design, making it both functional and collectible. It's pre-seasoned with 100% natural vegetable oil for a naturally non-stick surface that improves with use. The skillet offers unparalleled heat retention and even heating, perfect for searing, sautéing, baking, broiling, braising, or grilling. It's versatile enough for use in the oven, on the stove, on the grill, or over a campfire, and is also compatible with induction cooktops. The included silicone handle holder protects your hands from heat up to 500°F, ensuring safe and comfortable cooking for generations.
$20.97
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Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
151
/ 2722
#151 in Skillets & Frying Pans
Price vs Category Average
-80%
Below average
Material
Cast Iron
/ Cast Iron
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking consistent searing and baking performance
- Holiday hosts wanting festive, oven-to-table presentation
- Heirloom seekers investing in lifelong kitchen durability
Who should skip it
- Busy cooks preferring low-maintenance, dishwasher-safe cookware
- Users with limited wrist strength or mobility
- Cleaners wanting a smooth surface for effortless scrubbing
Performance breakdown
Heat Retention
Heavy cast iron provides steady, consistent temperatures for perfect searing results.
Versatility
Transitions seamlessly from stovetop to campfire without missing a beat.
Surface Seasoning
Factory pre-seasoning offers a reliable non-stick start for immediate daily use.
Build Durability
Rugged construction ensures this pan will easily outlast your kitchen appliances.
Handle Ergonomics
Included silicone holder provides essential protection against high-heat stovetop cooking.
Aesthetic Appeal
Intricate snowflake design adds a festive, collectible flair to holiday cooking.
Key Specs
Material
Cast Iron
Diameter
12 inches
Weight
7.4 pounds
Made In USA
Yes
Handle Material
Silicone
Oven Safe Temperature
500° F
Induction Compatible
Yes
Model Number
L10SKSFTS4
Features
- Unique snowflake design for a festive touch
- Pre-seasoned with 100% natural vegetable oil for immediate use
- Excellent heat retention and even heating for superior cooking results
- Versatile use on stovetop, oven, grill, and campfire
- Compatible with induction cooktops
- Includes a silicone handle holder for heat protection up to 500°F
- Durable construction designed to last for generations
- Naturally seasoned cooking surface that builds flavor over time
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Lodge 12 inch Cast Iron Snowflake Skillet for its exceptional quality and charming design. Reviewers frequently highlight the skillet's robust construction and reliable heat retention, which are hallmarks of Lodge products. The unique snowflake pattern receives particular adoration, making it a beloved item for holiday baking or as a thoughtful gift. Users appreciate its versatility for various cooking tasks, from searing to baking, while also serving as a festive display piece. This skillet truly embodies both enduring craftsmanship and delightful aesthetic appeal, delivering a highly satisfying user experience.
Know before you buy
The snowflake design is embossed on the bottom exterior of the skillet, so it does not impact the interior cooking surface. The interior remains a smooth, traditional cast iron surface that performs exactly like a standard 12-inch Lodge skillet.
No, the silicone handle holder is designed for stovetop use only. You should remove it before placing the skillet in the oven, as the silicone is not intended to withstand prolonged exposure to high oven temperatures.
Yes, this skillet is fully compatible with induction cooktops. Because it is made of cast iron, it is naturally magnetic and will heat efficiently on induction surfaces.
After each use, hand wash the skillet with warm water and a mild soap if needed, then dry it immediately and thoroughly. Apply a very light layer of vegetable oil to the surface while the pan is still warm to maintain the non-stick seasoning.
At 7.4 pounds, this is a substantial piece of cookware. While it is heavy, the weight is necessary for the superior heat retention and durability that cast iron is known for.
Yes, cast iron is incredibly durable and can withstand metal spatulas and spoons. In fact, using metal utensils can help smooth out the seasoning over time, though you should avoid scraping the surface aggressively.
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