Presto 22-Inch Electric Griddle Review (07061)

Intro

If you want a no-frills, extra‑large electric griddle for family breakfasts, big pancake stacks, or cooking several burgers at once, the Presto 07061 22‑inch electric griddle is the model most owners keep coming back to. The listing positions it as an all‑around countertop workhorse: an extra‑large cooking surface, a textured PFAS‑free ceramic nonstick coating, removable handles for compact storage, and a Control Master® heat control. That mix of features is why many home cooks buy it for everyday use.

This review breaks down how the griddle presents itself, how owners say it performs in real kitchens, what the listing actually claims about materials and cleaning, plus practical safety notes and who should consider it — or skip it.

What it is / first look

The Presto 07061 is an electric griddle with a 22‑inch cooking surface. Key listed facts: it weighs 5.7 pounds, the base material is described as heavy cast aluminum, the cooking surface is listed as ceramic with a PFAS‑free nonstick finish, and it runs on 1500 watts at 120 volts with a Control Master® adjustable heat control and six settings. Item dimensions are 13.5" deep by 26.25" wide by 2.5" high. The manufacturer warranty is listed as a 1‑year limited warranty.

Design highlights called out by the manufacturer include removable handles (latch clips hold them on), a slide‑out drip tray, immersion capability when the heat control is detached, and a textured surface the listing says improves nonstick performance and cleanup. The listing also says the heavy cast aluminum base is "virtually warp‑proof."

What you'll see out of the box

• Extra‑large 22" cooking surface (flat, textured finish).
• Removable handles attached with spring latch clips so the base can be stored in an 18" cabinet according to the listing.
• Control Master heat control that detaches for cleaning.
• Slide‑out drip tray that collects grease.

Available colors may include:

• Black

In daily use

Owners repeatedly praise the 07061 for three practical day‑to‑day traits: surface nonstick performance, ease of cleanup, and the convenience of removable handles for storage.

Breakfasts, pancakes, and family cooking

Multiple owners report reliably excellent nonstick performance. The listing describes a textured PFAS‑free ceramic coating, and owners say that textured finish performs: pancakes and eggs are frequently mentioned as sliding off the surface cleanly, often without added oil or butter. The extra‑large 22" footprint is consistently called out as the main selling point — cooks report being able to make many pancakes, French toast slices, or multiple sausage patties at once, cutting overall cook time for a crowd.

Heat and temperature control

The griddle uses Presto's Control Master heat control; the listing says it maintains the desired cooking temperature automatically and offers six settings. Owners describe generally steady, usable temperatures and say the griddle holds heat well. Several owners mention the heating element runs around the outer edge of the unit, and that layout can mean the very middle runs cooler on some units; that pattern shows up repeatedly in owner feedback and is worth watching for when you first use a new unit.

Another repeated owner note: some people noticed the griddle getting hotter at the end of longer cooks and lowered the setting a few degrees to compensate. The listing does not provide independent temperature readouts, so owners relied on experience and, in some cases, infrared thermometers to manage final doneness.

Cleaning and storage

Cleaning is a major positive in owner reports. The textured ceramic surface is described in owner notes as easy to wipe clean, and the drip tray design with catches keeps it from sliding out unintentionally. The listing states you can detach the heat control and fully immerse the griddle for cleaning; owners confirm the removable handles make it much simpler to fit the base into a sink or slide it into a cabinet. The listing says with handles removed it fits inside “most standard 18‑inch kitchen cabinets.”

Repeated owner praise and recurring issues

High marks: lots of owners call this the best griddle they've owned for its nonstick performance, easy cleanup, and usable size. Positive patterns mention fast cleanup, low sides that make flipping crepes or pancakes easy, and the solid feel of the removable handles once latched on.

Concerns that appear in multiple owner reports: uneven heat distribution (commonly a cooler center on some units) and occasional overheating toward the end of long cooking sessions (owners mitigated this by dropping the heat setting slightly). A few owners compared two units side‑by‑side and found one with noticeably better evenness than the other, suggesting some unit‑to‑unit variation.

Materials & build quality

Separate the listing's claims from owner experience:

• Listing claims: the cooking surface is a ceramic nonstick finish and is listed as PFAS‑free; the base is described as heavy cast aluminum and "virtually warp‑proof." The listing also states the griddle is immersible when the heat control is detached.
• Owner observations: many owners describe the surface as very nonstick and easy to clean; they also note low sides, solid removable handles, and rubber feet or "rubber grippies" on the legs that help stability on counters.

Construction and feel: the listing's specification for a heavy cast aluminum base explains why many owners describe the unit as solid and able to retain heat. The textured ceramic surface is repeatedly credited with making foods slide off easily — again, this is owner experience confirming the listing's nonstick claims.

What the listing doesn't specify: exact coating formulation beyond "PFAS‑free," any third‑party certifications for materials, or specific alloy details for the cast aluminum. The listing also doesn't provide a thickness or weight distribution breakdown beyond the overall weight of 5.7 pounds.

Safety considerations

Kitchen safety should guide how you set up and use any hot countertop appliance. For the Presto 07061, these are the safety items grounded in either the listing or owner experience.

Heat and cooling

Owners repeatedly note that the plate retains heat and can take a while to cool down after cooking. That retention is useful for cooking consistency, but it increases the risk from accidental contact post‑use. Owners recommend keeping kids and pets away while cooling. The listing does not provide a cool‑touch rating or cooling time.

Handle and stability

The listing highlights removable handles that detach via latch clips; owners describe the latches as tight and secure when attached and report the handles feel solid when moving the unit. Some owners also note rubber feet that help keep the griddle from sliding on countertops.

Coating and food‑contact materials

The listing describes the cooking surface as a PFAS‑free ceramic nonstick finish. That is a manufacturer/listing claim; the listing does not show independent third‑party certification within the product facts. If material composition or third‑party verification is important to you, the listing recommends verifying the current manufacturer documentation.

Electrical and burn hazards

The unit runs on 1500 watts at 120 volts (listed). The Control Master heat control is removable — the listing states the griddle is fully immersible when the heat control is detached. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when detaching the control and doing any immersion cleaning. Some owners reported brief episodes of higher heat toward the end of longer cooks and solved this by lowering the setting a bit; that pattern is worth monitoring when you first use the griddle.

Who this is for / who should skip

Good fit:

• Families and hosts who want to cook large batches at once — owners repeatedly point to the 22" surface as a big time saver for pancakes, eggs, breakfast sausage, and more.
• Small‑kitchen cooks who need compact storage — the removable handles and the listing’s claim that it fits inside most standard 18" cabinets with the handles removed are useful for apartment kitchens and condos.
• Cooks who prioritize easy cleanup — the textured PFAS‑free ceramic finish and slide‑out drip tray are consistently mentioned as quick to clean.

Who should think twice:

• Anyone who needs laser‑even, commercial‑grade heat across the entire plate: owners report unit‑to‑unit variation and occasional cooler centers (the heating element layout that runs around the perimeter is mentioned repeatedly as the likely cause).
• Cooks concerned about exact material certifications: the listing claims PFAS‑free ceramic but does not list third‑party certificates in the product facts; verify current manufacturer documentation if this matters to you.
• Those who need a fast‑cooling surface or a cool‑touch exterior for active households with small children — owners say the plate retains heat for a while after cooking, increasing post‑use burn risk.

Verdict

The Presto 07061 22‑inch electric griddle is a practical, family‑sized countertop griddle that does a lot of the things most home cooks want: a large, textured ceramic surface that owners call reliably nonstick; removable handles and a design aimed at easier storage; and a simple, six‑setting Control Master heat control. For breakfasts, crepes, and feeding a crowd the unit's size and ease of cleanup are major wins.

Two recurring cautions keep this from being an unqualified recommendation for everyone: first, some owners notice a cooler spot in the center of the plate on certain units (likely related to the perimeter heating element), so unit‑to‑unit heat evenness can vary. Second, the plate retains heat — great for cooking, but it means you need to be mindful of cooling and keep kids/pets away until it’s safe. These are not deal‑breakers for many buyers, but they are patterns you'll want to watch for when your unit arrives.

Check before you buy

• Confirm the dimensions (13.5" D x 26.25" W x 2.5" H) and that you can store the base in your cabinet if you plan to remove the handles — the listing specifically says it fits most standard 18" cabinets with handles removed.
• Verify the manufacturer listing if you need third‑party confirmation of the PFAS‑free claim; the listing describes the surface as PFAS‑free ceramic but does not list independent certifications in the product facts.
• Be prepared to test your new unit for heat evenness on arrival; owners report variable center heating on some units and, if you spot a problematic cold spot, consider your return/replace options.
• Follow the listing instructions for detaching the heat control before immersion cleaning; the listing says the griddle is fully immersible only when the heat control is detached.
• Watch out for retained heat after use — owners advise keeping children and pets away until the plate cools.
• Note the product warranty is listed as a 1‑year limited warranty.

Bottom line: For a mid‑range, family‑oriented electric griddle with a strong track record in owner feedback—especially for nonstick performance and easy cleanup—the Presto 07061 is a smart, practical choice. If you need a perfectly uniform heat profile across the entire surface or require verified third‑party materials certification, check those points against the current listing before you buy.