Sourdough Care

Bread

Bread will remain fresh at room temperature for 2-3 days.
To keep bread fresh for longer, you may freeze it for up to 6 months.
Wrap the bread in parchment paper or a clean linen towel and store in an airtight bread box.
Wrap tightly in a freezer bag whole or sliced (if sliced, place wax paper between slices).
Don’t place bread in the fridge as this can dry it out and affect the texture.
To defrost, leave at room temperature or put in the toaster on the “defrost” setting.

Bagels will remain fresh at room temperature for 1-2 days.
Freeze whole or sliced (if sliced, wrap each piece in plastic wrap) for up to 3 months.
Store bagels in a closed paper bag at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Defrost halved bagels in the toaster and whole bagel on the counter or in the oven.
Avoid storing bagels in the fridge as they can dry out.
Do NOT microwave, this will impact the texture. You may reheat in the oven or an air-fryer.

Cookies will maintain their taste and texture for up to 3 days.
Do NOT put cookies in a cooler or a refrigerator as this will dry out the cookies quicker.
To keep cookies fresh, store in a jar or airtight container at room temperature. Keep different types of cookies in separate containers.
Cookies can also be frozen for up to 3 months. If freezing, place the cookies in an airtight container.
If stacking cookies on top of one another in the container, place a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper between each layer.
To defrost the cookies, leave them out at room temperature for approximately 2 hours prior to serving.

For optimum taste, consume muffins within 4 days.
Store at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
Store in an airtight container lined with paper towel, underneath and on top of muffins.
Wrap each muffin in plastic, place in a ziplock bag, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for 1 hour.
Do NOT place muffins in the fridge as this can dry them out and affect the taste.
For a warm treat, wrap each muffin in foil and heat at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes.

Brownies will remain fresh at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge or microwave.
Wrap in foil, plastic wrap, or place in an airtight container and store in cool, dry place.
Place brownies on a baking tray in oven and warm at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes to reheat.
Microwave for 10-30 seconds to reheat/defrost (cover stale brownies with a damp paper towel).
You may also refrigerate in a ziplock bag or airtight container for up to 1 week.

Cake will remain fresh at room temperature for around 2-3 days.
Serve at room temperature. If refrigerated, take out of the fridge 1-2 hours prior to serving.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
To store for longer, keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw uncovered in the fridge overnight.
Avoid refrigerating otherwise. However, if needed you may refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
Freeze uncovered until solid, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag.

For optimum taste, consume within 24 hours.
Store in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
Store leftover cupcakes and muffins in an airtight container either on your countertop or in the fridge if they have cream cheese frosting or fillings.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days in a cool, dry place. Avoid moisture and heat.
To store for longer, can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Reheat before serving.
Place a damp paper towel over your cinnamon roll and microwave for 30-60 seconds to reheat. OR… Place in the air-fryer, cover with foil and reheat at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 minutes.
Alternatively, place in a baking dish in the oven and cover with foil. Reheat at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes.
Can be frozen for up to 2 months in an airtight container or tightly wrapped. Thaw at room temperature.