Cuisinart Griddler Junior Panini Press
A floating cover and one set of reversible plates turn the Griddler®into a contact grill, panini press, full grill, full griddle, or half grill/half griddle. Dual temperature controls ensure everything is perfectly cooked every time on the removable dishwasher safe nonstick cooking plates for easy meals and clean up. The Cuisinart Griddler Junior is actually three appliances in one!
When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. A number of people have found themselves using it too often each day to bother putting it away, while others have reported being so impressed that they purchased multiple units as gifts for family members. If you folks have any favorite ideas or questions about this appliance, drop us a line in the comments below. And be sure to read our complete buying guide to electric griddles for more information. This is one of the better griddles on the market and it’s multi-functional design approach makes it a down right bargain.
If dual functionality, space-saving design and ease-of-use are your top criteria for countertop appliances, then take a look at this combination mini-oven and toaster. If it’s time to buy a new dishwasher, read this 101 guide first. Another feature all of the HGTV staffers love is the compact size and portability of the Griddler. It easily tucks away in a kitchen drawer or, in my case, above my refrigerator where I can easily get it down without hurting myself, unlike my extremely heavy KitchenAid mixer that never leaves its spot on the counter. Beyond the multifunctionality, our overall favorite feature of the Griddler is how easy it is to clean. Sheet Pan Salmon An easy entree brings the heat with a hint of Aleppo pepper.
The cuisinart soup maker boasts the ability to work as an indoor grill, a griddle, and a panini press, but does it do all three jobs well? We used it to cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner, testing both the flat and ridged plates, and we enjoyed the results. While we’re not getting rid of our outdoor grill for cooking steaks on a sunny day, we appreciated the ease of using the Griddler, as well as the simple cleaning of the grill plates in the dishwasher.
The Cuisinart Griddler Indoor Grill is a great all-rounder grill that can cook a wide range of foods you wouldn’t normally associate with a grill. One benefit of this is you can save space by cutting down on the number of appliances you would need if you’re looking to make foods from paninis to french toast and grilled meats too. The grill itself is compact and easy-to-store so great for small spaces. The Cuisinart Griddler Indoor Grill is a versatile indoor grill that’s also easy to clean. The upper and lower housing units are made of sleek stainless steel and features a full, panini handle that can be gently pressed to make full contact with sandwich bread.
When you’re finished the removable cooking plates can be popped into the dishwasher and the whole grill can be stored away easily. The cooking plates, drip tray, and scraper are all dishwasher safe. And the base, cover, and control panel dials can be wiped down with a damp cloth then buffed with a soft, dry cloth. The heating elements in the Elite are inside the plates for more efficient heating, and the temperature of the grill plates can be controlled independently. But the one extra we found most interesting was the ability to set the lid above the surface of the food, so you can heat without contact. While that might not be something you’d need every day, it would be great for cooking open-faced sandwiches or reheating pizza slices.
While it’s not on sale right now, there’s no way of knowing if this multipurpose appliance will still be in stock come the holiday rush. While the griddle side is perfect for making pancakes, you can also buy waffle plates separately to swap in if you prefer waffles. The nonstick surface is very nonstick, and even burned-on cheese slid off easily, making cleanup a breeze.
The brushed stainless steel housing means it’s a stylish addition to any kitchen and while the compact size does mean it’s best suited to cooking meals for one or two people, it does also make it easier to store. If you’re looking for an indoor grill for family use, take a look at our round up of the best indoor grills for a range of options. Behind the soft brushed stainless steel finish of the cuisinart pots and pans set Elite contact grill hides a solidly constructed housing boasting 1800 watts of power. The stainless steel cover with sturdy cast metal handle self-adjusts to the thickness of the food being cooked. It provides a generous 240 square inches of cooking surface, enough for 12 pancakes on full griddle mode, or 6 burgers in contact grill position.
Just press the hinge release lever and open the cover until the handle firmly contacts with the countertop. There is great temperature control and I have cooked both and the grill had done an excellent job. I find that you don’t need to presoak wooden skewers in the water before grilling them on the Griddler. You definitely do if cuisinart soup maker you will be cooking kabobs in the oven or on the grill. The slight tilt of this 5-in-1 griddler results in better drainage than older versions, but it causes liquid scrambled eggs to run off the griddle when in open mode. I’ve been thinking about which Panini press to get it and this one certainly seems worth the extra cost.