Naturals® Layer Cake Pan

The pan behind every great layer cake

Before the frosting, the filling, and the candles, there's the pan. Nordic Ware's Naturals Round Layer Cake Pan is the one professional bakeries and serious home bakers reach for — pure aluminum, no coatings, no hot spots, just clean, even layers every time. Available in five sizes from 4" personal cakes to 12" celebration tiers.

The details

Every size is made from pure, uncoated aluminum — the same material commercial bakeries rely on for consistent, golden browning batch after batch. There's no coating to scratch or degrade; the natural aluminum surface releases cleanly with butter and flour, parchment, or a silicone mat. Aluminum develops a patina with use, which is normal. A quick scrub with lemon juice or cream of tartar brings back the bright finish if you prefer it.

The sides are notably tall — 2.5 inches on most sizes — which gives layers plenty of room to rise and makes the pans well suited to bakers who torte their layers for extra height. Two 6-inch pans hold the same batter as one 9-inch, so most standard recipes convert cleanly. The 8" through 12" pans have an encapsulated steel rim for added warp resistance at larger diameters. All pans are oven safe to 500°F and hand wash recommended.

Made in America and backed by a Lifetime Warranty.

Choose your size

4" — The smallest in the line. Perfect for individual celebration cakes, smash cakes, mini layer cakes, and small-batch baking. Two 4" layers make a charming personal cake that feels intentional rather than small.

6" — The sweet spot for smaller households and modern layer cake aesthetics. Six-inch layers are dramatic, tall, and slice beautifully. Two 6" pans handle the same batter as one standard 9-inch recipe.

8" — The most versatile size, and the one most baking recipes are written for. Generous enough for a party of 8–10, compact enough for everyday baking.

10" — For larger gatherings and tiered cakes that need a substantial base. Bottom tier of a classic 3-tier celebration cake; also right when a 9-inch just isn't quite enough.

12" — The statement tier. Feeds a crowd on its own or anchors a tiered wedding or celebration cake. At 1.2 lbs, it has real weight and rigidity.

Why we love it at Berry + Basil

• Pure uncoated aluminum — no PFAS, same professional material used in commercial bakeries
• Tall 2.5-inch sides give layers real room to rise and make torting easy
• Even heat distribution, no hot spots — consistent browning edge to center
• Encapsulated steel rim on larger sizes keeps pans flat under high heat
• Two 6" pans = one 9" pan's worth of batter — standard recipes convert easily
• Five sizes in one consistent line — mix and match for tiered cakes
• Made in America, Lifetime Warranty

Use it for

Layer cakes, birthday cakes, wedding cake tiers, smash cakes, upside-down cake, cheesecake, tortes, and any round cake recipe.

Specifications

4"

• Interior Dimensions: 4 × 4 × 2.5 in.
• Capacity: 0.5 qt.
• Weight: 0.2 lbs
• Item Number: 45404

6"

• Interior Dimensions: 6 × 6 × 2.5 in.
• Capacity: 1.1 qt.
• Weight: 0.3 lbs
• Item Number: 45406

8"

• Interior Dimensions: 8 in. diameter × approx. 2.25 in.
• Weight: 0.76 lbs
• Item Number: 46800

10"

• Interior Dimensions: 10 × 10 × 2.5 in.
• Weight: 0.9 lbs
• Item Number: 45410

12"

• Interior Dimensions: 12 × 12 × 2.5 in.
• Weight: 1.2 lbs
• Item Number: 45412

All sizes

• Material: Pure uncoated aluminum
• Oven Safe: To 500°F / 260°C
• Care: Hand wash with warm, soapy water. Dishwasher use causes discoloration (cosmetic only). Avoid abrasive cleaners.
• Brand: Nordic Ware
• Made In: America (of domestic & imported materials)
• Warranty: Lifetime

The right size for every occasion, the same quality across all of them.