Say goodbye to stale bread!
Here are our tried-and-true methods for how to keep bread tasting fresh for longer.
(Psst: The secret is storing it properly.)
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What Is the Shelf Life of Bread?
Breads that are made commercially will last longer than homemade ones.
This is because many of those breads contain preservatives.
Lastly, the natural climate that you live in will determine how long your bread will last.
There are different ways to store bread properly.
Below we’ve highlighted some of our favorites.
Remember to store your wrappedbread at room temperature, as this will further help preserve your bread from deteriorating.
If you want to put your bread in a container, a bread box is the way to go.
Place your bread box away from hot spots, such as next to your stove or oven.
The freezer is your best friend when it comes to preserving the quality and integrity of your bread.
Whole or quartered bread can be defrosted at room temperature and then eaten as is.
Sliced bread should be toasted directly from the freezer.
When frozen properly, your bread will keep for up to three months, according to the USDA.
This is because the environment inside a refrigerator tends to be dry.
We recommend using the fridge only as a last resort and just for a few days.
According to the USDA, If you start tosee mold, throw the entire loaf out.
On the other hand, if your bread has gone stale, keep it!
Stale bread is great for making homemade croutons or breadcrumbs.
It’s also great forpanzanella saladsandbread puddings.
The Bottom Line
In a perfect world, buying or baking fresh bread every morning is ideal.
