The Babish Cast Iron Skillet is the pan you grab when you want exceptional cast iron performance without the extra weight. It delivers that same steady, reliable heat you expect—deep sears, even browning, no hot spots—but in a lighter build that feels right at home in everyday cooking. You get the performance, just without the struggle.  Inside, a smooth ceramic nonstick surface keeps things moving the way they should. Eggs release cleanly, proteins don't cling, and cleanup stays quick. It's made without PFOA, PTFE, lead, or cadmium, so you can cook with confidence and focus on what actually matters: the food in front of you. The embossed honeycomb texture does more than look good. It lifts food slightly off the surface, which helps reduce sticking and encourages better airflow—meaning more control and more even results.  Finished in smooth-grained wood, the riveted handle offers strength with a comfortable, balanced grip. It feels secure and easy to maneuver whether you're flipping, stirring, or going straight from stovetop to table. Compatible with induction, gas, electric, and other heat sources, this lightweight cast iron skillet is a smarter take on a classic tool: reliable, efficient, and built to make cooking feel a little more effortless—exactly how it should be. Hand wash only.  

Andrew Rea is one part chef, one part filmmaker, and a generous dash of irreverent YouTube personality. Self-taught both behind and in front of the camera, his YouTube channel, Babish Culinary Universe, is enjoyed by millions of burgeoning chefs and foodies around the globe. His passion for teaching and experimenting in the kitchen is rivaled only by his love of film and television, both of which he endeavors to share from his Brooklyn, NY kitchen.   

* One 9.5-inch  or 11-inch cast iron skillet with embossed, ceramic nonstick interior  

* Made with a lighter construction that delivers the same steady, even heat distribution as traditional cast iron  

* Smooth ceramic nonstick surface releases steaks, vegetables and eggs with ease 

* Made without PFOA, PTFE, lead or cadmium  

* Embossed honeycomb design slightly lifts the food from the pan to promote better airflow and reduce sticking, improving overall cooking performance  

* Durable riveted handle offers a sturdy, balanced grip, while the wood finish stays comfortable to hold for controlled movement from stovetop to table. 

* Induction-ready and versatile on all stovetops  

* Hand wash only. Do not put in the oven.