Eddington's
Italian Olive Wood Cooking Spoon
Est. Price$12.99
9.9
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Highlights
Made in EU
Dishwasher safe
Mixing spoon
13.8 in
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The Best Non-Toxic Cooking & Serving Spoons
We vetted serving spoons & cooking spoons against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
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Here's what we look for:
- Materials like 100% wood, bamboo, stainless steel, and food-grade silicone
- No hidden plastic blends or synthetic coatings
- Untreated or finished with food-grade oils
- Transparent brands that disclose all materials used
The Best Non-Toxic Cooking and Serving Spoons
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HIC Kitchen
Solid Beechwood Spoon
Est. Price$6.62
9.1
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Made in EU
Dishwasher safe
Solid spoon
8.0 in
IMEEA
Stainless Steel Large Serving Spoon (Set of 2)
Est. Price$17.90
9.8
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Dishwasher safe
Slotted spoon
12.8 in
GXONE
Stainless Steel Cooking Spoon with Heat Resistant Wooden Handle
Est. Price$14.89
9.7
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Dishwasher safe
Food-contact safe
Solid spoon
12.4 in
REDANT
Stainless Steel Cooking Spoon
Est. Price$9.49
9.6
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Made in EU
Dishwasher safe
Food-contact safe
Money-back guarantee
Solid spoon
13.3 in
Forest Decor
Wooden Spoons for Cooking (Set of 2)
Est. Price$27.99
9.6
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Dishwasher safe
Food-contact safe
Solid spoon
PriorityChef
Handcrafted Teak Wooden Spoon for Cooking
Est. Price$8.99
9.4
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Dishwasher safe
Lifetime warranty
Money-back guarantee
Mixing spoon
9.4 in
Le Creuset
Revolution Solid Spoon
Est. Price$37.95
9.3
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Dishwasher safe
1 year warranty
Solid spoon
13.7 in
Hillside Homestore
The Stormwood Spoon (Set of 2)
Est. Price$84
9.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Made in USA
Solid spoon
How to Swap to Non-Toxic serving spoons & cooking spoons:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic serving spoons & cooking spoons:
What to know about serving and cooking spoons
The material your spoons are made of matters because they come into direct contact with your food, often while it's hot. Heat can cause certain materials to break down or release substances into what you're eating, especially with prolonged stirring or serving from hot pots.
- Spoons made from untreated wood, stainless steel, or silicone tend to be the most straightforward choices for regular cooking.
- Pay extra attention to spoons you use daily or leave sitting in hot pans, since heat and frequency increase what may transfer to food.
Check the spoons you already have
Look at the spoons you reach for most often and note what they're made of. Flip them over or check any packaging for material labels. Spoons with chipped coatings, peeling finishes, or strong plastic odors deserve a closer look.
- Set aside any plastic or nylon spoons that are melted, warped, scratched, or discolored from heat — these are the ones to replace first.
- If a wooden spoon has a glossy or colored coating, check whether it's a food-safe finish or a decorative paint that may not be intended for cooking.
Use your current spoons more safely
If you're not ready to replace your spoons right away, small changes in how you use them can reduce what transfers into your food. This is especially helpful for plastic or coated spoons.
- Avoid leaving plastic or nylon spoons sitting in hot pots — use them briefly for stirring, then set them aside on a spoon rest.
- Reserve plastic spoons for cold or room-temperature tasks like mixing salads, and switch to stainless steel or wood for anything on the stove.
Choose cleaner replacements
When shopping for new spoons, look for materials like stainless steel, untreated solid wood, and food-grade silicone. These are reliable choices that hold up well to heat without breaking down.
- Look for spoons labeled as food-grade stainless steel (like 18/10 or 304) or 100% food-grade silicone — avoid spoons with vague material descriptions or decorative coatings.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved serving spoons and cooking spoons.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...