There’s nothing quite like dipping into a warm bowl of fresh French onion soup. Whether you like to eat your French onion soup straight up or like to dip with some fresh baguette, nothing beats great French onion soup – especially on a cold day.
And to get the freshest soup possible, of course, you have to make it at home! Making French onion soup is simple, fun and the results are oh so rewarding. But you will need the best French onion soup bowls possible to get the job done right so let’s take a look at some quality French onion bowls.
Great Credentials French Soup Crock Bowl
Editors’ Choice: 4.8 out of 5.0 stars
This is a great bowl for when you need to set your soup in the broiler for a while to melt the cheese. This set of 4 bowls is made of glazed porcelain so they are very heat resistant and they make cleanup a bit easier.
And you know how difficult cleanup can be if you have ever made (or simply eaten for that matter) French onion soup. The set comes with 4 bowls that are 2.5” tall on the outside, 4.5” in diameter and have a depth of about 2 inches.
French Onion Crock Soup Bowls Set of 4
Editors’ Choice: 4.8 out of 5.0 stars
If you are looking for the same simple and reliable design as the first entry on our list but want a bowl that’s a bit bigger, these bowls will suit you just fine. They are made from glazed ceramic and feature the same color scheme and design as #1 on our list.
But they are a bit bigger as each one in the set of 4 has a 12 ounce capacity. These are hearty bowls that can be used for cooking in the microwave, oven and even on the grill. Plus they are dishwasher safe!
Swuut Ceramic Soup Bowls with Handles
Editors’ Choice: 4.7 out of 5.0 stars
The problem with a lot of soup bowls is that they get hot to the touch. But that problem is solved with #3 on our list. These ceramic bowls that feature a smooth matte finish have handles so you can pull them out of the microwave without burning yourself.
The smooth finish also allows for easy cleaning too. The coating is toxin free and you can even put these bowls in the fridge or freezer and not have to worry about them cracking. The set comes with 4 handled bowls that weigh about 1.2 pounds each.
Porcelain Ceramic Onion Soup Crock Bowl
Editors’ Choice: 4.7 out of 5.0 stars
This is the perfect bowl to go straight from cooking to serving. This set of 4 bowls is perfect for individual serving sizes and eliminates the need to clean a bunch of cookware pieces. Each bowl can fit about 10 ounces of your favorite soup.
The lips of these bowls extends outward so they are easy to carry from the oven/microwave to the table. They feature the classic brown and cream color design that has become synonymous with hearty, delicious servings of French onion soup.
HIC Harold Import Co White Onion Soup Crock
Editors’ Choice: 4.6 out of 5.0 stars
The name may be convoluted but using these bowls surely isn’t. The set of 4 bowls features side handles which make it easy to grab them out of the oven or microwave. They are made of fire-glazed ceramic so they are sturdy and feature a glossy finish.
All 4 bowls are solid brown and they each come with their own little lids. These are the perfect bowls for warming your soup in the oven and then moving them to the table. And the lids help keep your food warm once it’s done cooking.
Le Creuset Stoneware French Onion Soup Bowl
Editors’ Choice: 4.6 out of 5.0 stars
When it comes to long-lasting enamel cookware, no one comes close to Le Creuset. This 16 ounce French onion soup bowl is reminiscent of the style of the cast iron, enamel coated dutch ovens that Le Creuset is famous for.
So they would make a perfect fit for any Le Creuset fan. Of course, the enamel lining is non-porous so cleaning by hand is easy but you can also wash this bowl in the dishwasher. It also features a convenient handle.
EcoDesign Brown and Ivory French Onion Soup Bowls
Editors’ Choice: 4.5 out of 5.0 stars
If you are worried about placing your hot bowl of French onion soup on the table or counter then consider these bowls. EcoDesign includes in their set of 4 classic designed French onion soup bowls 4 matching cork coasters for safe placement.
Each of these 4 bowls can hold about 10.5 ounces of soup and the upper diameter is about 3 1/8” wide. These bowls are safe to use in the oven, broiler and the microwave as they are rated to withstand up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
French Onion Soup Bowls Buying Guide
Like with any type of cookware, getting the best French onion soup bowl will entail doing some research. But here’s a cursory guide to help.
Ceramic and Porcelain
Heating your own soup will require that you use a bowl made of either ceramic or porcelain as these materials can withstand high temperatures.
Lips or Handles
It’s very handy to have a bowl with an extended lip for easy holding with an oven mitt or a handle. These bowls get hot so you need something solid to grab onto when your hands are covered for safety.
Size
Most French onion soup bowls are on the small side but there are larger models. Keep size in mind if you like making bigger portions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What bowls do you use for French onion soup?
A: Bowls that are narrow but deep are usually used for traditional French onion soup
Q: Why do French onion soup bowls have lids?
A: To retain moisture and heat
Q: Are French onion soup bowls oven safe?
A: Stoneware, porcelain and ceramic (like the bowls on our list) are oven safe materials
Last Advice
When shopping for the best French onion soup bowls, keep in mind that these types of bowls are also very good for bisques, ramen and various other types of soup.
Even though we only talked about French onion soup, all of the items on our list would be great for heating and serving many other types of foods. Just remember that they get hot to the touch.
If you start your shopping with the entries on our list you are sure to find something perfect for you so take a good look at these bowls!
