I am looking for a chemical free teflon free waffle maker..is this just cast iron plates?
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I thought it was cast iron when I bought it, like you that's what I was looking for, but it's not. I just tested it with a magnet, it's definitely not cast iron.
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The material is enamel, not Teflon. It has nonstick properties when the pan is used as designed, but is not inherently nonstick like Teflon. The pan is cast iron under the enamel - no aluminum anywhere.
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No. It's cast iron, pre-seasoned with baked-on vegetable oil. Seasoned cast iron is a little more sticky than teflon, and it requires a little more care and maintanance, but it lasts forever (actually improving with age) and won't leech carcinogens into your food!
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I ordered this waffle iron because it is very functional and Cuisinart has quality products. In my opinion, it has a quality look to it. The only thing I would change is to have removable plates. However, the option doesn't seem to be available for a product of this size. Good luck!
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No it is not Teflon coated, it is cast iron, that is the beauty of it. As Matt answered, thanks Matt, it is to be seasoned. Even though it has not yet been completely seasoned, I have not had a problem with biscuits sticking.
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The waffle plates are not removable but they are easy to keep clean since they are non-stick. I simply wipe mine with a paper towel.
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not very thick. but on the other hand, this is the ONLY waffle maker on the market (at least that we could find after extensive search) that is everything-free (BPA-free, and free of two other major plastic-toxins whose names I forget at the moment). so the only waffle maker that I would use to make waffles for my kids. we deal with the fact that they are not so thick.
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It is not cast iron as it is very light, and it could be cast aluminum. It has the words "Pearl Life" on it which may be what it is made of. It cleans up great and I spray it with Pam before putting my batter in and they come right out.
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The grids have a nonstick coating that works... I don't know if it is "Teflon" brand.
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It appears 2 be Teflon. I spray it with Pam and the waffles come off easily.
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No Pam...best waffle iron I have purchased. and 1st one to truly not need pam or anything else and I have had 5 or 6 different waffle irons.
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Yes the plates are nonstick for there surface BUT you will need to use a oil or a spray before you put batter. Using a oil or spray before will solve the sticking . I have had another waffle maker that was nonstick surface and I also needed to use oil/Pam before pouring batter.
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BellsMom - My receipt says the Texsport Cast Iron Waffle Maker was made in China. Hope this is helpful. Mary Melso
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Yes the grill plates are non stick but I don't recall reading if it was Teflon or something else. I didn't like the drip trays, they are not attached & manage to move around, also one developed cracks & leaked grease all over the place, I sent it back.
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No the plates are not removable. Clean up with a sponge is relatively easy. Makes good waffles, and easy. Like the rotatable iron for ease of use.
951958
I purchased this waffle maker because i researched the internet to find out if it had perflouroctanoic acid. It was negative. So i bought it. It is nonstiick and from some research no PFOA.
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No, it does not. This is a simple cast iron design, just follow the instructions for pre-heating/cooking and you shouldn't have any problems turning out some great waffles.