Naturals® Big Batch Pan with Lid

When the recipe is for everyone

When you're baking for a crowd, the standard pan starts to feel like wishful thinking. Nordic Ware's Naturals Big Batch Pan stretches to 21 inches — noticeably larger than a half-sheet — with 2-inch-high sides that hold a full sheet cake, a deep tray of mac and cheese, or a generous pile of roasted vegetables without a drop spilled. The snap-on lid makes it just as useful for getting the food there as it is for making it.

The details

The pan is made from pure, uncoated aluminum — the material professional bakeries reach for because it heats quickly, distributes evenly, and leaves no hot spots. There's no coating to scratch or babysit; a light layer of butter or oil (or a sheet of parchment) is all it takes for clean release. Over time, natural aluminum develops a patina — that's not a flaw, it's the pan breaking in. If you prefer a brighter finish, a scrub with lemon juice or cream of tartar brings it right back.

At 21.1 x 15 inches with 2-inch-high sides, this is a genuinely large pan — larger than a standard half-sheet (which runs about 18 x 13). The high sides are what make it a "Big Batch" pan rather than just a sheet pan: enough depth for a layered sheet cake, a full tray of mac and cheese, or a pile of roasted vegetables without anything spilling over the edge.

An encapsulated steel rim runs the perimeter, keeping the pan dead flat under high heat — no warping, no rocking, no uneven browning at the edges. The pan is oven-safe to 500°F and broiler-safe.

The snap-on lid is made from BPA- and Melamine-free polypropylene plastic — it's for storing and transporting, not for the oven. Cover a frosted sheet cake to bring it to a potluck, slide it into the fridge overnight, or keep rolls warm on the counter. Made in America and backed by a Lifetime Warranty.

Why we love it at Berry + Basil

• At 21.1 x 15 x 2 inches, it's substantially larger than a standard half-sheet — genuinely built for big-batch baking
• Pure uncoated aluminum: no PFAS, no applied coating, nothing to peel or wear out
• Encapsulated steel rim keeps the pan flat and true under high heat and heavy loads
• Oven safe to 500°F and broiler safe — baking, roasting, and finishing all covered
• Snap-on lid (BPA- and Melamine-free) makes it a real bake-store-transport solution
• Natural patina is normal and expected; easy to restore with lemon juice, vinegar, or cream of tartar
• Made in America, Lifetime Warranty

Use it for

Sheet cakes, brownies and bars, dinner rolls, ham and cheese sliders, baked mac and cheese, roasted vegetables, casseroles, scotcharoos, and anything else that needs a big, deep, dependable pan.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 21.1 x 15 x 2 in. (exterior); 20.2 x 14.2 x 2 in. (interior)
• Weight: 3.3 lbs
• Material: Pure uncoated aluminum pan; BPA-free and Melamine-free polypropylene plastic lid
• Oven Safe: To 500°F / 260°C; broiler safe. Lid is for storage only — NOT oven safe.
• Care: Hand wash with warm, soapy water. Dishwasher use causes discoloration (cosmetic only; does not affect performance or safety). Avoid abrasive cleaners.
• Brand: Nordic Ware
• Item Number: 35763
• Made In: America (of domestic & imported materials)
• Warranty: Lifetime

A pan big enough to actually mean it when you say you made it for everyone.