Brown sugar + Bread =?
So I always put bread in my brown sugar just because that what my mom always did, but I never understood why? I think it's supposed to make the brown sugar not clump. How does it work?
Best Answer
The moisture from the bread is absorbed by the brown sugar. After a while, the bread will be like a withered old mummified piece of white toast. Get rid of it, and put a new piece of bread in there.
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What does brown sugar do to bread?
Sliced Bread Throwing in a slice of white bread in your brown sugar container allows the sugar to draw moisture from it. The bread hardens while the brown sugar softens, keeping or returning it to a soft texture. This method is one of our top Amish baking tips that you should know.Can I use brown sugar for bread?
The brown sugar makes bread extra moist because of molasses in it. It gives this bread a deeper color and flavor as well.Can I substitute brown sugar for white sugar in yeast bread?
Are they interchangeable in baking? In most cases, you can use brown sugar and white sugar interchangeably. However, you may notice a difference in the texture of your baked goods. Brown sugar is naturally moist, so using it will result in baked goods that are softer and moister.What sugar is best for bread?
White or brown sugar can be used in bread making and will not affect the liquid ratio of your recipe. If added in moderation (1-2 Tablespoons) to your 1-2 lb. loaf will feed the yeast but will not make your loaf sweet. So if your watching your sugar intake this is a good ratio if you just want to feed the yeast.Brown Sugar Toast :: It's really really delicious
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