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Xtrema Cookware (Pure Ceramic Pans)

Xtrema makes pots and pans from solid ceramic, with no metal core. Buy direct or from a certified retailer.

Updated . Edited by: Ilyass Ben Hakim.

Where to buy

The maker's guarantee covers its own store and certified retailers. Used or marketplace pieces may not qualify. Ask the seller before you pay.

Professional insight

Kitchenware buyers treat solid ceramic like stoneware. They check the seller, the warranty path and the stove first.

  • Confirm your cooktop type before ordering any solid ceramic pan.
  • Hairline cracks show best under bright, angled light.
  • Small glaze marks are normal on handcrafted pieces.
  • Keep the order receipt for any guarantee claim.

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Xtrema cookware at a glance

Material
Solid ceramic
Clay, minerals and water, with a glaze.
Firing
Above 2,000 degrees F
As stated by the maker.
Coating
None
No nonstick layer and no metal core.

The range includes skillets, saute pans, saucepans, Dutch ovens and bakeware. Sets come in several sizes. Each piece is handmade, so color can vary slightly.

Before you buy

  • Check whether your stove is gas, electric, glass top or induction.
  • Solid ceramic heats slowly and holds heat a long time.
  • Pieces are heavier than aluminum pans of the same size.
  • Read the use and care rules, since misuse can void cover.
  • Pick one skillet first if you are new to ceramic.

How to use it

  1. 1Start on low heat and raise it slowly.
  2. 2Add oil or water before the pan gets very hot.
  3. 3Use wood or silicone tools to avoid scratching the glaze.
  4. 4Use a dry oven mitt, since handles get hot too.
  5. 5Let the pan cool before washing.

Care

  • Soak stuck food in warm water instead of scraping hard.
  • Use a non-abrasive sponge for daily cleaning.
  • Dry fully before stacking to avoid chips.
  • Place a cloth between stacked pieces.
  • Check the care sheet before using a dishwasher.

Red flags

  • Listing calls it ceramic coated, which is a different product.
  • Photos hide the base or the inside surface.
  • Seller will not confirm the piece is new.
  • No mention of cracks or chips on a used piece.
  • Price far below every certified retailer.

Common questions

Is Xtrema the same as ceramic nonstick pans?
No. Nonstick ceramic is a coating on metal. Xtrema is ceramic all the way through.
Does Xtrema work on induction?
An independent review says no, since it has no metal. Ask the brand about your exact piece.
Can I put it in the oven?
Solid ceramic is generally oven safe. Confirm limits on the care sheet, especially for lids.
What if a pan arrives cracked?
Photograph it and the box right away. Contact the seller within the return window.