We all know that we should stay away from non-stick pans, but are our baking sheets just as important? Nonstick baking sheets and aluminum baking sheets are leaching toxic chemicals or other contaminants into your family’s meals when they are heated. This has been found to cause serious health consequences such as infertility and certain cancers.
The coating on some baking sheets contains perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS), which are very harmful. When these chemicals get onto your food, they tend to remain in our bodies for a long time causing thyroid disease, diabetes, and more.
Non-toxic Baking Sheet
Stainless steel baking sheets are a great choice, as they are non-toxic and durable.
How to Clean Your Baking Sheets Non Toxic Way
Baking Soda and Hydrogen Peroxide
Cleaning with hydrogen peroxide and baking soda is a proven way to remove stubborn stains from your baking sheets. Baking soda is a gentle abrasive that gets rid of difficult stains without scratching your cookware. Hydrogen peroxide is a very effective cleanser that effectively removes stains and kills germs. The combination of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide make a strong cleaning solution that gives any dirty baking sheet an impressive clean look.
- Mix baking soda and hydrogen peroxide into a paste.
- Spread mixture on top of the baking sheet.
- Let sit for 2-3 hours.
- Remove the paste with a paper towel and water.