How to Clean Circulon Pans

Co-authored by Susan Stocker

Last Updated: April 13, 2022 References

Circulon is a brand-name cookware company known for their non-stick options. For best results, clean your Circulon pans after each use so food and grease do not build up on the surface. In addition, be mindful of your cooking temperature so you don’t burn the bottom of the pan. With some mild dish washing soap, warm water, vinegar, and a scrubbing brush, you can easily wash your Circulon pans!

Method 1

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Removing Surface Grease and Food

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Soak your pan in warm soapy water for 3-10 minutes. Insert a drain stopper into your sink, and fill your sink half way up with warm water. Squirt in about 1–3 US tbsp (15–44 mL) of mild dish washing soap, and then place your pan inside the water. The soap will cut through the grease and food debris.^{[1]
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- Alternatively, rinse your pan thoroughly, squeeze in some soap, and fill the pan with water. Then, sit your pan in your sink for a few minutes. This is a good idea if you don’t have major food residue on your pan.
- When cleaning Circulon pans, it is best to use mild dish soap, rather than harsh cleaners. Other detergents can strip the non-stick coating off of your pan when you scrub them.
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Scrub the inside, edges, and sides of your pan with a soft nylon brush. While the pan is still covered in water and soap, move a scrubbing brush back and forth in small, circular movements to get rid of grease and stains. Apply pressure as you scrub to lift off stubborn residue. After you've cleaned the inside of the pan, move onto the edges and sides for a thorough clean.
- Avoid using steel wool on Circulon pans. They can damage the non-stick surface, causing your food to stick to the pan.
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Rinse your pans with warm water to get rid of any soap residue. If you used a drain stopper, remove it and let the water drain from your sink. Then, rinse your pan thoroughly with warm water from your faucet.
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Dry your pans completely before you put them away. Place your pan on a drying rack or wipe it down with a clean kitchen towel. When your pans are dry, place them back in your cabinet or cupboard.
- Your pan is dry when no water droplets are visible.
- If you put your pans away when they are still wet, mold and bacteria can grow on them since they are damp. To avoid this, always ensure your pans are dry.

Method 2

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Cleaning the Inside Grooves

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Mix together 3 parts water and 1 part vinegar to make your solution. If your pan has a tough build-up of food and grease in the hi-low grooves, you can use a vinegar solution to get rid of the debris. Pour 3 parts of water for every 1 part of vinegar inside your pan.^{[2]
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- Circulon pans have hi-low grooves that help evenly distribute heat when cooking.
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Boil your mixture for 5-10 minutes on medium heat then let it cool down. Turn your heat setting onto medium, and bring your mixture to a boil. Let the solution boil for 5-10 minutes on medium heat, then let the pan sit until it cools down.^{[3]
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- Boiling the water helps lift off stubborn grease and food, and the vinegar removes any food debris.
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Scrub the grooves with a soft nylon brush and warm soapy water. After your pan cools down, place it in your sink and squirt in about 1 US tbsp (15 mL) of mild dishwashing soap. Fill your pan up with warm water, and move your scrubbing brush in small, circular motions to remove any food or grease.^{[4]
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- You can pour out the water and reapply your soap if your pan is excessively dirty.
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Rinse and dry your pan thoroughly. Pour out any remaining soapy water, and wash off any soap residue or remaining grease with warm water. Then, dry your pan with a clean kitchen towel, or place it on a drying rack.^{[5]
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- Your pan should dry in about 10-30 minutes.

Method 3

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Scrubbing the Bottom

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Dump a thin, even layer of baking soda across the bottom of your pan. If you want to remove burn marks from the bottom of your Circulon pans, use baking soda. While you don’t have to use a particular amount, you want the bottom of your pan to be completely covered.^{[6]
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- You can pour the baking soda straight from the box, or you can use a spoon and shake it over top of your pan.
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Pour about 1 US tbsp (15 mL) of white vinegar over the baking soda. Fill up a measuring spoon with vinegar, then pour it over the baking soda. The bubbling or fizzing that occurs when you mix the two helps lift up the burnt marks from the surface of your pan.^{[7]
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- It’s okay if all of the baking soda is not mixed with vinegar. You will distribute the vinegar as you scrub the pan.
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Put on rubber gloves and scrub the bottom of the pan with your fingers. Move your fingers in small, circular motions to get rid of the burnt areas. Continue scrubbing until you are satisfied with the look of the pan. Be aware that not all of the marks will come off if your pan is excessively burnt.^{[8]
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- If you don’t have gloves, you can use a folded up paper towel instead. Fold it in half or in fourths, then rub the paper towel in circular motions over the bottom of your pan.
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Rinse off the baking soda with warm water. After you’ve cleaned the bottom, place your pan under warm, running water to get rid of any remaining baking soda or vinegar.^{[9]
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Wash your pan with soapy water. Squeeze a little bit of soap onto a soft nylon brush, and gently scrub over the surface of your pan. Then, rinse your pan a final time to remove the soap. Wipe the bottom of your pan with a clean kitchen towel.^{[10]
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- The bottom of your pan should be free of dark, burnt areas.

Things You’ll Need

Soft nylon scrub brush
Dishwashing soap
Water
White vinegar
Baking soda
Rubber gloves
Clean kitchen towel

Warnings

For best results, wash your Circulon pans by hand every time. This preserves the non-stick surface so your pan remains in great condition.

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Try not to scratch your pans as you scrub them. Always use water and soap to keep your brush lubricated.

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