Cuisinart Griddler
To set in place, just slide into the mounting brackets, align the plate notches with the brackets, then snap into place. To remove, press the upper or lower plate button to free from the bracket then slide the plate out. Anyone who is looking for a contact grill, griddle, or panini press should take a close look at the . It does all that and more and is very easy to clean when cooking is done.
if this ran on batteries then you would need large batteries like your car battery and they would die fast trying to heat an appliance that is 1500 watts. This only works on 120 volts AC power and requires a little more than 12 amps of current. My panini, I had to eat with a knife and fork as I could not lift the panini of of the plate. Preheat the Griddler to High heat, when ready switch to the “Sear” function. It’s perfect for achieving a nicely browned outer layer while sealing in the juices for a tender and moist interior.
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 Griddler 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.
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 pots and pans set Junior is actually three appliances in one!
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.
There are three sturdy knobs on the front of the grill, one allows you to select either grill or griddle function, while the other two are temperature controls depending on whether you are grilling or griddling. Price-wise, it’s comparable to the Hamilton Beach 25361, but the cuisinart griddler elite Indoor Grill has the upper hand in terms of cooking options. While the five separate cooking options allow the Cuisinart Griddler to cook a wider range of foods, the Hamilton Beach is more of a grilling specialist. The reversible cooking plates with dual surfaces and floating cover give the Cuisinart Griddler great flexibility, making it suitable to use at any meal – breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The cooking plates are constructed of nonstick coated, die-cast aluminum that fit in either the top or bottom housing units.
At twice the price of the standard Griddler, the Elite is more of an investment, so it’s only worthwhile if those extra features are must-haves. Additionally, the device comes with a removable drip tray to catch grease from cooking surfaces and a scraping tool both allowing for easy clean up. Owners of the Cuisinart Griddler grill and panini press GR-4N praise its versatility and how easy it is to clean. Waffle enthusiasts particularly love the fact that they can make waffles with plates purchased separately. They also find it easy to select the proper temperature for each function. Owners appreciate how easy it is to use and clean the Cuisinart Gr-150, as well as its quality, versatility and large cooking surface.