How to Clean a Toaster Oven Broiler

Toaster oven broilers can become very dirty from food splatters and heavy use, especially if they are not cleaned regularly. In addition to increased risk of bacteria growing on the soiled surfaces, built-up grease can create a fire hazard. After cleaning your toaster oven broiler, let it dry completely before plugging it back into the outlet. If wet, the electric element can short out and damage the toaster oven, or create a fire hazard.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Abrasive scrub pad or steel wool
• Dish soap
• Baking soda
• Washcloth

1. Unplug the toaster oven and remove the tray and wire rack.

2. Shake any crumbs out of the toaster oven into the trash.

3. Fill a container or sink with very hot water and add dish soap.

4. Place the tray and wire rack in the hot soapy water.

5. Saturate the washcloth with hot, soapy water and wash the entire interior of the toaster oven broiler.

6. Dip the a green, abrasive scrub pad or steel wool into the hot, soapy water. Pour some baking soda on the scouring pad. Scrub the entire inside of the toaster oven broiler with the scouring pad and baking soda.

7. Use the washcloth to rinse the loosened soil and baking soda off the inside surfaces and elements.

8. Rinse the washcloth with clear, hot water and wipe the entire inside of the toaster oven broiler to remove any remaining soap residue.

Tips & Warnings

• Clean the toaster oven broiler after every use to prevent accumulated food spatters, which are more difficult to clean.
• Always unplug appliances before cleaning.