De Buyer Pancake Pan Mineral B Element - ø 30 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 about thin pancakes that stick to the pan, tear when flipping, or cook unevenly. With the De Buyer Pancake Pan Mineral B Element ø 30 cm, you can make crêpes and pancakes just like they do in French brasseries - paper-thin, golden brown, and effortlessly slide off the pan. This is not just any pan. It's an investment in years of culinary enjoyment.
Why this pan is different from all others
Most pancake pans work fine - until the non-stick coating starts to wear off. Then everything sticks, and you throw the pan away. De Buyer consciously chooses a different approach: no chemical coating, just pure carbon steel. The more you use this pan, the better it gets. The pan builds up its own natural non-stick layer - layer by layer, pancake by pancake. That's not marketing talk, that's chemistry. And it works.
- Self-built non-stick layer - The more you cook, the easier it becomes. You train the pan, and the pan rewards you.
- 3 mm thick carbon steel - Heat spreads quickly and evenly, without hotspots. Every pancake gets exactly the same result.
- Low edge of just 22 mm - Your spatula slides easily underneath. Flip without tears, rips, or spilled batter.
- Suitable for all heat sources - Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic, and induction. At home, on holiday, in a summer house - this pan fits everywhere.
- PFAS-free - No fluorinated substances, no doubts. Pure material, pure baking pleasure.
- Made in France - De Buyer has been producing pans in the Vosges since 1830. You can taste that craftsmanship in every result.
The secret: seasoning and enjoying
The Mineral B Element comes with a protective layer of beeswax. This layer protects the pan during transport and storage against rust and also helps with the initial seasoning process. Before you use the pan for the first time, you need to season it - and that's all you have to do to enjoy it for years.
Seasoning is simpler than it sounds: heat the pan over medium heat, rub it with a thin layer of oil (or lard), let it soak in, and repeat a few times. This lays the foundation for a pan that performs better and better. After use, simply wash it with warm water and a soft sponge - no dishwasher, no harsh dish soap. Just dry it, lightly oil it, and store it. That's it. Simple, no-nonsense, effective.
And the best part? Every time you make pancakes, crêpes, or galettes, you add an extra layer to that natural protection. The pan literally gets better the more you use it. A product that keeps up with your routines and gets stronger - that's quality as it should be.
💡 Cookinglife Tip: When baking for the first time, consciously use something fattier than normal - a knob of butter or a splash of extra oil helps the pan along. Feel free to throw away that first pancake (that's actually tradition), then the rest will be perfect.
The art of the perfect crêpe
A ø 30 cm pan is the ideal size for thin French crêpes. Big enough to fill impressively, yet handy enough to flip and tilt smoothly. Pour your batter into the hot pan, quickly swirl it around with a wrist motion, and you'll see it go well immediately: the batter spreads evenly, the edges become crispy and golden brown, and the top dries nicely. Then slide your spatula underneath, a quick flip - and serve.
Whether you're going for a classic crêpe Suzette, a savoury galette with ham and cheese, or just a stack of pancakes for a Sunday morning with the kids - this pan delivers what you expect, every time. No surprises, no fuss. Just beautiful results on the table, enjoying together and creating that one memory that stays with you.
Specifications
- Collection: Mineral B Element
- Type: Pancake Pan / Crepe Pan
- Diameter: 30 cm (base diameter: 25.5 cm)
- Total length (including handle): 54.1 cm
- Edge height: 22 mm
- Wall thickness: 3 mm
- Weight: 1845 grams
- Material: Carbon steel with beeswax layer
- Non-stick layer: No chemical coating - build up a natural layer through use
- PFAS-free: Yes
- Heat sources: Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic, induction
- Oven safe: Yes, up to 10 minutes at 200 °C
- Cleaning: Hand wash - not suitable for the dishwasher
- Country of origin: France
- Colour: Silver-black (after seasoning)
In the package
- De Buyer Pancake Pan Mineral B Element ø 30 cm
If you believe that good tools make the difference between an ordinary meal and a moment to enjoy - then you know why you want the De Buyer Mineral B Element in your kitchen. Add it to your collection and discover for yourself why chefs worldwide swear by carbon steel.
