If you’re brave (or foolish) enough to put your crockpot on the stovetop, brace yourself for a slew of problems. First and foremost, the ceramic insert is likely to break or chip, turning your stove into a war zone of broken pottery and spilled food. Not only is this a nightmare to clean up, but it also poses a significant risk of burns from the scalding hot food. And if you have a glass or ceramic stovetop, those ceramic shards can scratch and mar the surface, leaving permanent marks.
But the risks don’t end there. Sometimes, the ceramic insert won’t shatter immediately. Instead, it might develop microscopic cracks that are all but invisible to the naked eye. These tiny fissures can undermine the crockpot’s structural integrity, making it more likely to fail the next time it’s used. And let’s not forget the potential electrical hazards. If the heating element of the crockpot gets damaged during this ill-advised stovetop adventure, it could spell trouble for your kitchen’s electrical system.
