De Buyer Pancake Pan Mineral B Element - ø 26 cm - without non-stick coating
The more you use it, the less food will stick to the bottom.
The low rim makes it easy to flip pancakes and crêpes
No chemical coating: pure sheet steel with a layer of beeswax.
Forget failed, stuck crêpes and pancakes that look different on the back than the front. With the De Buyer Pancake Pan Mineral B Element ø 26 cm, you can cook them exactly as they are meant to be: thin, golden brown, and effortlessly flipped. This is the pan that real pancakes start with - made in France, from pure carbon steel, without any chemical nonsense. Just honest craftsmanship that proves itself in the kitchen.
Why this pan is different from the rest
Most pancake pans work fine - until the non-stick coating starts to peel after a year and you wonder what is actually in your batter. De Buyer chooses a different path. The Mineral B pan has no chemical coating, but works with pure 3 mm thick carbon steel and a thin layer of beeswax for protection. The more you use it, the better it gets. That’s not a sales pitch - that’s simply how steel works.
- Self-built non-stick layer - Through use and seasoning, a natural layer forms that works better each time
- Low edge of just 22 mm - Your spatula slides effortlessly underneath, flipping is a breeze
- 3 mm thick carbon steel - Distributes heat quickly and evenly, no hot spots, no burnt edges
- PFAS-free and without chemical coating - Pure steel, pure cooking, no worries about harmful substances
- Suitable for all heat sources - Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic, and induction: the pan works everywhere
- Made in France - De Buyer has been producing since 1830 in the Vosges, and you can feel the quality
Seasoning: one-time effort, a lifetime of enjoyment
For the first use, you need to season the pan - and it’s truly worth the investment. Heat the pan over medium heat, rub it with a thin layer of oil (use a kitchen paper), and let it sit until a light puff of smoke appears. Let it cool, wipe clean, and repeat this once or twice. This is the moment when you and this pan make a long-term commitment.
After seasoning, wash the pan with warm water and a soft sponge - never in the dishwasher. Dry it thoroughly and rub it with a drop of oil before storing. That may sound like work, but it’s more of a ritual: the little care that ensures your pan still cooks like new in ten years.
And then the real enjoyment begins. The first pancake is always for the cook - a culinary tradition with a wink. After that, the stack rolls in effortlessly: thin, golden brown, with that slightly crispy edge that you only get from a well-heated steel pan.
The art of the perfect crêpe - and how this pan makes it possible
A good crêpe pan needs two things: even heat distribution and a low edge. The Mineral B has both. The base of 217 mm wide gives you enough space for a real thin crêpe, while the edge of just 22 mm high makes flipping feel almost like a dance. Slide your spatula underneath, one fluid motion, and done.
The 3 mm thick carbon steel retains heat and distributes it evenly across the entire base. No hot spots in the middle, no raw edges on the outside. Every crêpe cooks just as beautifully as the last - whether you choose the classic beurre-sucre, a savoury version with ham and cheese, or something special for a Sunday morning to remember.
Short in the oven? No problem. The pan is oven-safe up to 200 °C for a maximum of 10 minutes - handy if you want to keep multiple crêpes warm for your guests while you work on the next round.
Pure steel, no compromise
The beeswax layer that comes standard on the pan is not a non-stick coating but a rust protector for transport and storage. You simply wash it off with warm water before the first use. What remains is pure carbon steel - honest, robust, and ready to perform. No PFAS, no PTFE, no PFOA. Just steel that gets better the more you use it. At De Buyer, they don’t call it a gimmick - that’s just how good cookware works.
The weight of 1390 grams gives the pan a solid, confident feel in hand. Not heavy enough to be tiring, but sturdy enough to know that this is serious material. The total length of 478 mm with handle is pleasantly balanced.
💡 Tip: Always use a bit of butter or clarified butter (beurre clarifié) for the best results. Butter gives that typical French flavour and helps the pan build up further. Be tempted by the aroma that fills your kitchen as soon as the butter sizzles - that’s the moment when cooking really begins.
Specifications
- Brand: De Buyer
- Collection: Mineral B Element
- Type: Pancake Pan / Crepe Pan
- Diameter: 260 mm (base diameter: 217 mm)
- Height: 22 mm
- Total length (incl. handle): 478 mm
- Wall thickness: 3 mm
- Weight: 1390 grams
- Material: Carbon Steel
- Non-stick coating: None - naturally built layer through use
- Colour: Silver / Steel Grey
- Heat sources: Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic, induction
- Oven safe: Yes, up to 200 °C (max. 10 minutes)
- Dishwasher-safe: No - always wash by hand
- PFAS-free: Yes
- Shape: Round
- Country of origin: France
In the package
- De Buyer Pancake Pan Mineral B Element ø 26 cm
If you believe that the best pancake starts with the right pan - and not with a coating that gives up after two years - then this is your pan. The De Buyer Mineral B ø 26 cm grows with you, improves with each use, and gives you the same joy year after year. Add it to your kitchen and discover what cooking French style really means.
