What are the similarities and differences between an electric baking pan and a traditional oven in terms of baking results?

1. Similarities

Baking principle:
Electric baking pans and traditional ovens both generate heat through heating elements and transfer heat to ingredients to achieve the purpose of baking.

Baking range:
Both can be used to bake a variety of foods, such as bread, cakes, biscuits, etc.

2. Differences

Heating method:
Electric baking pans usually use bottom heating, and heat is transferred from the bottom to the top, so that the bottom of the ingredients is heated more evenly. Traditional ovens are heated by heating tubes, and the heat circulates inside the oven, which can achieve all-round heating of the ingredients.

Baking effect:
Due to the characteristics of the heating method, electric baking pans are usually more suitable for baking thinner ingredients that require even bottom heating, such as pancakes and crepes. The baked food is crispy on the bottom and soft on the top.
Traditional ovens are more suitable for baking larger ingredients that require even all-round heating, such as cakes and bread. The temperature inside the oven is uniform, and bread and cakes with crispy crust and soft inside can be baked.

Convenience of operation: 
Electric baking pans are usually small in size, heat up quickly, and are more convenient to operate, making them suitable for quick baking and small batch production. Traditional ovens are larger in size and relatively slow in heating, but are more suitable for large-scale baking and long-term baking. 

Versatility: 
Some high-end Electric baking pans have multiple functions, such as temperature adjustment and timing, which can meet the baking needs of different ingredients. Traditional ovens are more focused on baking functions. Some high-end ovens also have multiple modes such as steaming and baking, tender baking, etc., but overall the functions are relatively simple. 

Cleaning and maintenance: 
Electric baking pans are designed with anti-stick coatings, which are easier to clean. Traditional ovens have a larger internal space, so you need to pay more attention to avoid dead corners when cleaning.