Fat Daddios 12" x 17" Stainless Steel Cooling Rack
Best heavy-duty cooling rack for serious home bakers and roasting enthusiasts.
Elevate your baking and cooking with the Fat Daddios 12" x 17" Stainless Steel Cooling Rack. Crafted from durable, heavyweight stainless steel, this rack is designed for superior performance and longevity. Its robust construction, featuring a thick 6-gauge frame and a cross-wire weave, ensures stability for even delicate items. The elevated design promotes optimal air circulation, perfect for cooling baked goods, roasting meats, or dehydrating ingredients. This versatile rack fits standard half sheet pans and is oven safe up to 500° F, making it an indispensable tool for any kitchen.
$24.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
6
/ 164
#6 in Cooling Racks
Price vs Category Average
+36%
Above average
Material
Stainless Steel
/ Stainless Steel
Who it's for
- Home bakers needing long-lasting, rust-resistant kitchen equipment
- Culinary enthusiasts using standard half-sheet pans for roasting
- Busy cooks preferring low-maintenance, dishwasher-safe tools
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers seeking affordable, entry-level cooling racks
- Bakers working with delicate pastries prone to sticking
- Home cooks with limited cabinet or drawer storage space
Performance breakdown
Structural Rigidity
Heavy-gauge steel prevents warping even under heavy roasting loads.
Airflow Efficiency
Elevated feet provide consistent circulation for perfectly crisp bottoms.
Thermal Resilience
Handles high-heat roasting and oven tasks without losing its shape.
Surface Versatility
Cross-wire weave supports everything from delicate cookies to heavy meats.
Maintenance Ease
Stainless steel construction makes cleanup simple and dishwasher safe.
Pan Compatibility
Designed to fit standard half sheet pans with precision.
Key Specs
Material
Stainless Steel
Dimensions
17" L x 12" W x 0.5" H
Frame
6-gauge stainless steel
Feet
6 supporting feet
Oven safe
Up to 500° F
Dishwasher safe
Yes
Rack Shape
Rectangular
Rack Configuration
Single Layer
Features
- Heavyweight stainless steel for lasting durability
- Cross-wire weave supports items evenly
- Fits standard half sheet pans perfectly
- Reinforced frame adds extra strength
- Elevated feet ensure optimal air circulation
- Ideal for cooling, baking, roasting, and dehydrating
- Oven safe up to 500° F
- Easy to clean, dishwasher safe
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly view this Fat Daddios cooling rack as a premium, essential baking tool driven by its superior quality and reliability. The high-grade stainless steel construction is highly praised for being genuinely rust proof, unlike cheaper alternatives. Reviewers consistently note its exceptional durability and sturdiness, confirming it maintains its shape under heavy use and heat. Its perfect size fits standard half sheet pans, offering great versatility for cooling, glazing, or roasting. While the initial cost is higher, users consider it a worthwhile long term investment due to its robust performance and dishwasher safe convenience. This rack delivers on its promise of a truly dependable, long lasting cooling solution.
Know before you buy
Yes, this rack is specifically designed to fit standard 13" x 18" half sheet pans perfectly, allowing it to sit flat inside for roasting or baking.
Absolutely. The rack is constructed from heavyweight stainless steel and is oven safe up to 500° F, making it suitable for roasting meats or crisping vegetables.
The rack features a cross-wire weave design that provides a stable, supportive surface. It is engineered to hold delicate baked goods securely without them sagging or slipping through the gaps.
This cooling rack is dishwasher safe. Its stainless steel construction is durable enough to withstand regular dishwasher cycles without rusting or warping.
The rack is supported by six feet, which provide a balanced, stable base. This design prevents the rack from wobbling or tipping, even when loaded with heavier items like a whole chicken or a large batch of cookies.
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