This trick has recently flooded the internet and social media as a guaranteed home recipe for burnt-on pots and pans. The combination of toothpaste and sugar promises quick, effortless cleaning, but the reality is a bit more complicated and requires caution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let’s take a look at how this trick works, why it can help, and when you should not try it so as not to ruin your pans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How does it (theoretically) work?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The principle of this method lies in the combination of two common household ingredients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Toothpaste: Contains mild abrasive ingredients (which normally clean our tooth enamel) and often also baking soda or peroxide, which help dissolve dirt and whiten.
Granulated sugar: This acts as an additional mechanical exfoliant. Since it doesn\u2019t dissolve immediately in moisture, its particles help scrape away baked-on grease.
Cleaning method
If you decide to try this trick, the following procedure is usually recommended:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apply the paste: Squeeze a generous amount of regular white toothpaste onto the stained area of \u200b\u200bthe pan (gel toothpastes don\u2019t work as well).
Add sugar: Sprinkle one to two teaspoons of granulated sugar over the paste.
Mix and rub: Use an old toothbrush or soft sponge to create a paste and scrub the affected area in a circular motion.
Rinse: Wash the pan thoroughly with warm water and dish soap.
\u26a0\ufe0f Big WARNING: Which pans are not suitable for this?
Before you get excited about cleaning, check what material your pan is made of. This trick can do more harm than good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u274c Teflon and non-stick surfaces
Never use this trick on the inside of Teflon pans! The sugar and abrasive in toothpaste are too harsh. You could scratch and destroy the non-stick coating, making the pan unusable and dangerous to your health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u274c Polished stainless steel
If you have expensive, high-gloss stainless steel pans, sugar could leave fine micro-scratches on them, making the surface dull.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Where else can you try this?
The outside (bottom) of pans: Where a thick layer of burnt-on fat builds up and direct flames\/heat create black deposits.
Cast iron pans: They can handle rougher handling, but you will need to re-oil and season them after cleaning.
A gentler and proven alternative
If you don’t want to risk scratching the dishes with sugar, go for the classic, which is also recommended by professionals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Baking soda and vinegar: Sprinkle the burnt areas with baking soda, pour a little vinegar (it will start to foam) and leave for 15 minutes. Then gently clean the pan with a classic sponge. This is safer for the surface of the pan and often more effective.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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