de Buyer
Blini Pan
Best choice for home cooks perfecting small, golden-brown breakfast treats.
Crafted from durable black steel, this 4.5-inch blini pan offers robust construction for consistent results. Its heavy-duty design ensures even heat distribution, perfect for achieving golden-brown blinis every time. The pan features a riveted handle for a secure grip and a 3-3/4 inch bottom diameter, making it a functional and stylish addition to your kitchenware.
$16.20
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
46
/ 146
#46 in CrA?pe & Blini Pans
Price vs Category Average
-79%
Below average
Material
Carbon Steel
/ Carbon Steel
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking perfectly golden, uniform results
- Busy hosts preparing large batches of appetizers
- Heirloom seekers wanting durable, long-lasting kitchen tools
Who should skip it
- Cooks preferring low-maintenance, dishwasher-safe cookware
- Users with limited wrist strength or mobility
- Minimalists needing versatile pans for everyday cooking
Performance breakdown
Heat Retention
Heavy-duty carbon steel maintains consistent temperatures for perfect golden-brown crusts.
Surface Seasoning
Black steel develops a superior natural non-stick patina with regular use.
Induction Compatibility
Flat base design ensures rapid, efficient energy transfer on induction cooktops.
Ergonomic Handling
Riveted steel handle provides a secure, professional grip during flipping.
Build Durability
Robust construction withstands high heat without warping or structural degradation.
Size Precision
Compact 4.5-inch diameter creates perfectly uniform blinis every single time.
Key Specs
Material
Carbon Steel
Handle Material
Steel and Wood
Top Diameter
4.5 inches
Bottom Diameter
3.75 inches
Heat Source Compatibility
Gas, Electric, Induction, Ceramic, Halogen
Features
- Durable black steel construction
- Even heat distribution
- Heavy-duty design
- Riveted handle for secure grip
- Designed for functionality and elegance
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the de Buyer Blini Pan for its exceptional quality and reliable performance. Once properly seasoned, users find it incredibly easy to achieve perfectly cooked blinis and small pancakes, noting its even heat distribution and natural nonstick properties. Many highlight its robust construction and durability, suggesting it is a long lasting kitchen tool. The pan's ability to develop a superior cooking surface over time contributes significantly to its high user satisfaction, making it a cherished item for those who appreciate traditional cookware.
Know before you buy
Yes, like all de Buyer carbon steel pans, this blini pan must be seasoned before its first use to build a natural non-stick patina. This process involves heating the pan with a thin layer of oil to protect the steel and improve its cooking performance over time.
Yes, this pan is fully compatible with induction cooktops, as well as gas, electric, ceramic, and halogen heat sources. Its heavy-duty steel construction ensures it remains stable and heats evenly across all surface types.
To maintain the pan, wash it by hand with hot water and a brush—avoid using soap or a dishwasher, as these can strip the seasoning. After cleaning, dry it thoroughly on the stovetop and apply a very light coating of oil before storing to prevent rust.
The pan has a top diameter of 4.5 inches and a bottom diameter of 3.75 inches. This size is specifically engineered for making perfectly portioned, individual-sized blinis or small pancakes.
Because the handle is constructed with wood, this pan is not suitable for oven use. It is designed specifically for stovetop cooking to ensure the handle remains cool and comfortable to hold.
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