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10 Best Casserole Carriers to Take to Your Next Potluck

Keep your food fresh and safe when you're on the go.

Headshot of AnnMarie MattilaBy AnnMarie Mattila
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You've gone and done it again! You've created a masterpiece, one of your best casseroles yet. You're about to wow that potluck crowd or be the winning dish at your tailgate table. But not so fast! You have to get it there first, and we all know how treacherous that trek in your car can be. What if you stop short at a light and it goes flying? What if it needs to stay warm? What if little hands somehow get in the goodies en route? Eek! Well, there's only one way to solve all those problems: casserole carriers!

Our Top Picks

  • 1
    OXO Good Grips Insulated Casserole Carrier

    Best Overall

    OXO Good Grips Insulated Casserole Carrier

    $39 at Amazon
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  • 2
    Pyrex Deep Portable 4-Piece Glass Baking Dish Set

    Best Set

    Pyrex Deep Portable 4-Piece Glass Baking Dish Set

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  • 3
    Dawhud Direct Insulated Casserole Carrier

    Best Bargain

    Dawhud Direct Insulated Casserole Carrier

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  • 4
    Luncia Insulated Casserole Carrier

    Best Value

    Luncia Insulated Casserole Carrier

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  • 5
    Elizabeth Casserole Tote Black

    Editor's Pick

    Elizabeth Casserole Tote Black

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There are a few things to consider when choosing the right food carrier for your needs. First, almost all of the options listed here are insulated to keep your food cold (hello, pretzel salad!) or warm (here's lookin' at you, crab dip!) if necessary. There's even one that plugs in to heat up a dish once you're arrived! Then it's really about shape and size. Do you have several dishes to bring? Go for a double decker. Maybe you baked with a round dish (not all the best casserole dishes are rectangular, remember). Well, we've got an option for that, too.

All price points are represented here, so it doesn't matter your budget. We even found a few under $20! Though if you're in the market to spend a little more, everything will be worth the price once you realize how long it will last you. So go forth and get to that cookout! Your casserole is secured for snacking.

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Best Overall

OXO Good Grips Insulated Casserole Carrier

OXO Good Grips Insulated Casserole Carrier
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Best Overall

OXO Good Grips Insulated Casserole Carrier

$39 at Amazon
Credit: Amazon

This streamlined option is the best for holding standard 9-by-13 trays without adding more bulk around the sides. It has an exterior pocket to hold utensils and napkins, and the interior lining is easy to clean in case something spills. Our favorite part is the longer handles that make it more comfortable to carry when something is heavy.

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Best Set

Pyrex Deep Portable 4-Piece Glass Baking Dish Set

Pyrex Deep Portable 4-Piece Glass Baking Dish Set
2
Best Set

Pyrex Deep Portable 4-Piece Glass Baking Dish Set

Credit: Walmart

Looking for a great casserole dish and a carrier? Boy, you'll love this option! It comes complete with a glass baking dish, a storage lid, a hot/cold pack, and a portable carrying sleeve. One purchase and you have it all!

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Best Bargain

Dawhud Direct Insulated Casserole Carrier

Dawhud Direct Insulated Casserole Carrier
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Best Bargain

Dawhud Direct Insulated Casserole Carrier

Credit: Walmart

For less than $15, this option is worth it to just grab and go. The generous 11-by-17-inch interior allows you take a slightly larger dish or maybe one with big side handles. The interior is easy to wipe clean, and it will keep your food hot or cold for hours.

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Best Value

Luncia Insulated Casserole Carrier

Luncia Insulated Casserole Carrier
4
Best Value

Luncia Insulated Casserole Carrier

Credit: Amazon

The larger interior of this sleek option can fit up to an 11-by-15-inch dish and the wide opening makes it so easy to load and unload your food. It has a large exterior pocket for all the extras like utensils. Oh, and did we mention it's only $20?

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Editor's Pick

Elizabeth Casserole Tote Black

Elizabeth Casserole Tote Black
5
Editor's Pick

Elizabeth Casserole Tote Black

Credit: Williams Sonoma

You'll be the life of the party with this pick! Seriously, there's so much space up top to store all your party supplies, and it's a separate compartment than the insulated bottom for your dish. It's also got built-in loops to carry a large serving utensil and a framed window so you can add your name for identification.

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Best Large Capacity

MIER Insulated Double Casserole Carrier

MIER Insulated Double Casserole Carrier
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Best Large Capacity

MIER Insulated Double Casserole Carrier

Credit: Amazon

If you're carrying more than one casserole, this will be your go-to. It expands to have a separate second compartment on top so you can bring double the fun with you. Plus, it has an easy grip handle and extra storage on top for utensils.

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Best Round

Picnic at Ascot Carrier

Picnic at Ascot Carrier
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Best Round

Picnic at Ascot Carrier

Credit: Wayfair

Psst: This round carrier is actually meant for cakes. But since it's insulated and has a 12.5-inch diameter, it will fit any pie or round casserole dish, too. The double zippers make it way easier to take your creations out, no matter what you bake.

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Prettiest Pick

Rose Toile Casserole Carrier

Rose Toile Casserole Carrier
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Prettiest Pick

Rose Toile Casserole Carrier

Credit: Vera Bradley

We just couldn't pass this pick up. Look at that pretty print! There are five other patterns to choose from, too. And they all have the same signature Vera quilting, sturdy zip closure, and insulated interior.

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Best for Hot Food

HotLogic Food Warming Tote

HotLogic Food Warming Tote
9
Best for Hot Food

HotLogic Food Warming Tote

Credit: Amazon

We told you there's one that plugs in, and here it is! It will keep your food warm when you want it or it tucks in when you don't. Bonus: It expands at the top to practically double the capacity if you need to carry party supplies.

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Versatile Pick

Aplat x Material Picnic Tote

Aplat x Material Picnic Tote
10
Versatile Pick

Aplat x Material Picnic Tote

Credit: Material

Sleek and streamlined, this is the only option on the list that isn't insulated. But guess what? It folds really small when not in use and the design makes it super versatile to carry just about anything: bowls, trays, pies, you name it. It's also machine washable!

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