Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Oval Bread Oven, 11.5 inch, Sea Salt
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Description
• Enameled cast iron delivers superior heat distribution and retention; Ready to use, requires no seasoning • Easy-to-clean and durable enamel resists dulling, staining, chipping and cracking; Matte black satin interior enamel is easy to clean and develops a patina over time to enhance baking performance • Elongated shape offers room for bâtards and longer loaves; Tight-fitting domed lid is specially designed to trap and circulate steam to create a crisp crust, excellent flavor and maximum rise • Low profile base has raised ridges for even browning; Three-ring embossing on the base creates a signature finish without the need for parchment paper • Ergonomic knobs and handles are designed for easy lifting
Details
Materials & Care
- Material
- Cast Iron
- Finish Type
- Enameled
- Product Care Instructions
- Dishwasher Safe
- Lid Material
- Enameled Cast Iron
Measurements
- Capacity
- 1.5 quarts
- Item Dimensions W x H
- 7"W x 5.5"H
- Item Diameter
- 11.5 inches
- Item Dimensions
- 7 x 7 x 5.5 inches
Style
- Color
- Sea Salt
- Item Shape
- Oval
Item Details
- Brand Name
- Le Creuset
- Manufacturer
- Le Creuset
- Included Components
- Bread Oven, Lid
- Model Number
- 21302029717041
- Part Number
- 21302029717041
Frequently asked questions
- What is the material and finish of this bread oven?
- It is made of enameled cast iron with a matte black satin interior enamel that develops a patina over time to enhance baking performance.
- Is it dishwasher safe?
- Yes, the product care instructions state it is dishwasher safe.
- What is the capacity and shape?
- It has a 1.5 quart capacity and an oval shape.
Customer reviews
Looks great, bakes great bread
If you’re shopping this item, you know what it’s for and what its benefits are. Baking in a closed vessel traps steam to help give a boost to your oven spring. You can do it in your Dutch oven, so why this dedicated piece? Does it bake better? Not exactly. But it does bake a beautiful loaf. And its design with a shallow base and domed lid make handling it much easier. The major difference in this vs a Dutch oven is that you can remove the dome shaped lid easily mid cook, and allow more of your loaf to get direct heat from the oven so the crust comes out even. In that regard its design is great. The included instructions/recipe say to let your loaf proof right in the pan, covered. Which does work just fine. You can also proof normally in a basket if you like - it still works great. Some people have concerns about preheating Dutch ovens empty - I’m of the opinion that it’s fine because the whole thing is heating slowly and evenly with the oven. So I sometimes preheat this as well. Most often, I preheat the dome only, just so I’m not dealing with a 450 degree pan when I’m trying to put my loaf into it. The only negative - and it’s minor - is the rings and logo on the base. They prevent you from using the bread oven for anything else besides baking bread, so this is a true unitasker. I don’t need the bottom of my loaf to have circles and a ay le creuset on it (like the Dutch oven lids (see photo)). I’d rather have a smooth surface making it easier to slide a spatula underneath so I could use it for other things too. If you like baking bread, and find some therapeutic joy in the process this is a worthwhile purchase. If you’re more of a utility baker, there’s other options much cheaper that would work the same. Lodge makes a cast iron 5qt double dutch that has the same shallow pan as a lid, which mates to a Dutch oven to create basically the same design. its not enamel coated but it gets the job done just as well. I have one… I use the lid all the time for roasting other things in the oven, but I use this Le Creuset for baking bread because I just enjoy it more.
If you’re shopping this item, you know what it’s for and what its benefits are. Baking in a closed vessel traps steam to help give a boost to your oven spring. You can do it in your Dutch oven, so why this dedicated piece? Does it bake better? Not exactly. But it does bake a beautiful loaf. And its design with a shallow base and domed lid make handling it much easier. The major difference in this vs a Dutch oven is that you can remove the dome shaped lid easily mid cook, and allow more of your loaf to get direct heat from the oven so the crust comes out even. In that regard its design is great. The included instructions/recipe say to let your loaf proof right in the pan, covered. Which does work just fine. You can also proof normally in a basket if you like - it still works great. Some people have concerns about preheating Dutch ovens empty - I’m of the opinion that it’s fine because the whole thing is heating slowly and evenly with the oven. So I sometimes preheat this as well. Most often, I preheat the dome only, just so I’m not dealing with a 450 degree pan when I’m trying to put my loaf into it. The only negative - and it’s minor - is the rings and logo on the base. They prevent you from using the bread oven for anything else besides baking bread, so this is a true unitasker. I don’t need the bottom of my loaf to have circles and a ay le creuset on it (like the Dutch oven lids (see photo)). I’d rather have a smooth surface making it easier to slide a spatula underneath so I could use it for other things too. If you like baking bread, and find some therapeutic joy in the process this is a worthwhile purchase. If you’re more of a utility baker, there’s other options much cheaper that would work the same. Lodge makes a cast iron 5qt double dutch that has the same shallow pan as a lid, which mates to a Dutch oven to create basically the same design. its not enamel coated but it gets the job done just as well. I have one… I use the lid all the time for roasting other things in the oven, but I use this Le Creuset for baking bread because I just enjoy it more.
Great for consistently great bread
This has been a game changer for my bread baking. I have found it’s best for a 1lb loaf. Anything bigger and the top of the bread rises and hits the lid and can burn. Cleaning is easy as nothing sticks to the non-stick surface. It’s heavy and durable as you would expect cast iron to be. I purchased the blue color which I’m happy with. One caution, the white Le Creuset on the item is a sticker and you should clean it off before using in the oven. It didn’t feel like a sticker to me and didn’t come off easily and melted when in the oven. It didn’t ruin anything but I would have preferred to have cleaned it off before-hand. Overall a value for money if you enjoy baking consistently great bread!
This has been a game changer for my bread baking. I have found it’s best for a 1lb loaf. Anything bigger and the top of the bread rises and hits the lid and can burn. Cleaning is easy as nothing sticks to the non-stick surface. It’s heavy and durable as you would expect cast iron to be. I purchased the blue color which I’m happy with. One caution, the white Le Creuset on the item is a sticker and you should clean it off before using in the oven. It didn’t feel like a sticker to me and didn’t come off easily and melted when in the oven. It didn’t ruin anything but I would have preferred to have cleaned it off before-hand. Overall a value for money if you enjoy baking consistently great bread!
Best price for Le Creuset bread oven
Le Creuset is known for their high quality cast iron. The color selection is great. This oval bread baker is relatively new for LC. It (and the round bread oven) are non-discountable items at the outlet, and in stores. I was static when Amazon had my color at a reduced price! The functionality is perfect. And it leaves my sourdough bread with the classic LC ring on the bottom of each loaf. I will say the lid is heavy. It is cast iron, and that is part of cast iron cooking. And LC has the lightest weight cast iron in the market. I have only made sourdough bread in this piece. And it creates a wonderful color and crust.
Le Creuset is known for their high quality cast iron. The color selection is great. This oval bread baker is relatively new for LC. It (and the round bread oven) are non-discountable items at the outlet, and in stores. I was static when Amazon had my color at a reduced price! The functionality is perfect. And it leaves my sourdough bread with the classic LC ring on the bottom of each loaf. I will say the lid is heavy. It is cast iron, and that is part of cast iron cooking. And LC has the lightest weight cast iron in the market. I have only made sourdough bread in this piece. And it creates a wonderful color and crust.
Perfect gift for Bread Lovers
I got the Le Creuset enameled cast iron bread oven as a gift for my husband, and he absolutely loves it!. Highly recommend it for serious bakers or anyone who appreciates quality cookware. Pros: •Excellent heat retention for perfectly baked bread •Durable enamel coating that’s easy to clean •Beautiful design that adds a touch of elegance to the kitchen •Versátiles, great for more than just bread Cons: •It’s a bit heavy, but that’s part of its charm and quality •On the pricier side, but the performance and durability make it worth it
I got the Le Creuset enameled cast iron bread oven as a gift for my husband, and he absolutely loves it!. Highly recommend it for serious bakers or anyone who appreciates quality cookware. Pros: •Excellent heat retention for perfectly baked bread •Durable enamel coating that’s easy to clean •Beautiful design that adds a touch of elegance to the kitchen •Versátiles, great for more than just bread Cons: •It’s a bit heavy, but that’s part of its charm and quality •On the pricier side, but the performance and durability make it worth it
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