Creative Sheet Pan Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What can you use sheet pans for? ›

Whether you call them cookie sheets, baking sheets, jelly roll pans or sheet pans, these classic kitchen tools can be found in nearly every home and professional kitchen alike. A go-to for baking cookies and cakes, sheet pans also can be used for making breads and pastries, roasting vegetables and preparing full meals.

Larger Baking Sheets can be used to bake any savory dishes you can think of, such as roasted, baked chicken, and one-pan sheet meals. On the other hand, smaller-sized Baking Sheets are ideal for baking sweet treats, such as sheet cakes, brownies, and cookies.

A sheet pan takes the concept of a one-pot meal and flips it onto a pan. It saves time, makes clean-up easier, and doesn't require expensive equipment or fancy ingredients. Just start with your protein of choice, then add vegetables, fat and flavorings, and roast at high heat until everything is golden brown.

Just throw some chopped veggies and meat on a sheet pan, toss with oil and seasoning… voila? Well, done right, yes, sheet pan cooking can make your dinner prep so much easier.

Although cookie sheets are often referred to as "baking sheets," there are differences between a cookie sheet and a baking sheet (also known as a baking sheet pan or simply a sheet pan): Baking sheet pans have rolled edges with a lip around the entire pan, whereas cookie sheets do not.

What type of cookware is best for air frying? Air frying works best with a dark, non-stick baking sheet with low sides. For quicker, crispier results, try the ReadyCook™ Air Fry tray. The Air Fry Tray lets air circulate all around each piece of food, so it's crunchy even on the bottom.

The trick is getting your sheet pan nice and hot and coating it with a thin layer of oil before adding the food. Now you can fry up all the latkes, chicken, cigars, french fries, tostones, and french toast to your hearts desire.

One of the best parts about cooking a sheet pan dinner—where all of the ingredients are cooked together on one baking sheet in the oven—makes cleanup a breeze. Beyond the ease, sheet pan dinners are also versatile.

Temperatures range from 375-400°F for sheet pan meals. Depending on the vegetables and protein you've chosen, it may take anywhere from 35-45 minutes to cook thoroughly. Remember if you've chosen something you know will overcook in that period, you want to add it in later on in the cooking time.

What is a jelly roll sheet? ›

A jelly roll pan is a type of flat sheet pan that features a 1-inch rim around the pan's sides. It is designed to make thin sponge or sheet cakes that are sturdy enough to coat with creme, jelly, or other fillings and roll into a cylinder shape.

They're great for cooking for one, too, and can accommodate a single serving of protein for baking or roasting in the oven (or toaster oven!). I also like to use one to toast a handful of croutons for a single-serving salad.

Generally, a full sheet cake can serve around 70 to 80 people, a half sheet cake serves about 36 to 48, and a quarter sheet cake caters to approximately 20 to 24 guests. Q: How much batter do I need for a sheet cake? A: The amount of batter depends on the sheet cake size.

You can also prep components ahead and store in the fridge for up to 5 days, making it even easier! Sheet pan chicken fajitas with tender and juicy chicken, bell peppers, and onions tossed in a delicious homemade fajita seasoning. Ideal for meal prep or for a simple weeknight dinner.

The burners on a stove are typically made to withstand direct contact with pots and pans, which are designed for stovetop cooking. Placing a hot baking sheet on the stove could cause damage to the burner, the stove's surface, or even the baking sheet itself.

Rather than using a cast-iron skillet or heavy cast-iron griddle, she had laid several inverted aluminum sheet pans over the grill and was using those as a griddle surface. The pancakes came out great, so the idea is valid at least in this application.

Yes, nonstick sheet pans are designed to be used in the oven. Most nonstick sheet pans are rated to go up to 450°F, but each sheet pan is different.

With frequent use, baking sheets can eventually show wear and tear. Perhaps the most obvious sign of a well-loved baking sheet is when it has browned and lost its natural shine, but that doesn't mean you should throw it out altogether. A well-made baking sheet should last a lifetime, even with stains or scratches.