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How often should you clean your oven depends on how intensively you use it. If you bake several times a week, it is wise to give your oven a thorough cleaning at least once a month. This will prevent grease from building up and becoming increasingly difficult to remove. If you use your oven less often, a thorough cleaning every two to three months will suffice. It is wise to remove any spilled ash or grease as soon as the oven has cooled down. A little cleaning between each step will save you a lot of work in the end.
Extra tip for a fresh scent
Want your oven to not only look clean, but also smell wonderfully fresh after cleaning? After you are done, place a small baking dish with water and a few slices of lemon in the warm cake for ten minutes.
The steam helps to neutralize the last odors and leaves a fresh citrus scent. This will make your oven as good as new again and you will be completely ready for the next baking or cooking session.
Bonus: Cleaning Oven Racks
Place the rack in hot water with a scoop of baking soda or dish soap. Let it soak for at least an hour, then scrub it with a steel wool pad. Rinse and let it dry. Tip: Keep your oven cleaner longer
Place a baking mat or piece of parchment paper on the bottom of the oven to catch crumbs and grease. This will help your oven stay cleaner longer and you won’t have to scrub it as often.
With this simple method, you can thoroughly clean your oven without chemical fumes and endless scrubbing. A fresh-smelling, shiny oven in just a few steps—one that not only feels clean, but also bakes better!