Yes, but with a few necessary precautions.
That said,keeping bread fresh(and free of mold) is also important.
Charlotte-based certified executive pastry chef Rhonda Stewart says yes.
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Freezing bread is a great way to preserve its freshness for longer periods.
You just need to confirm you follow proper storage techniques, she says.
Can You Freeze Bread?
Stewart tellsSouthern Livingeverything it’s crucial that you know before tossing your bread in the freezer.
How To Freeze Bread
The most important part of freezing bread is how its stored.
Stewart says this includes wrapping it tightlytwice.
What Bread Should Not Be Frozen?
Stewart says there are some instances where bread should not be frozen.
Do not freeze bread if:
Is Frozen Bread As Good?
While its possible to freeze bread, its important to know the potential drawbacks to freezing, Stewart says.
In some cases, bread that has been frozen will have texture changes and flavor loss.
Bread might become slightly drier or lose its soft, fresh-baked feel, she says.
With the loss of good texture, the bread may also develop a stale flavor.
If not properly wrapped, it could absorb some odors from other foods in your freezer.
If not wrapped properly,freezer burncan also occur, leading to a loss of flavor and quality.
Freezer burn usually shows up as white areas on the product that will easily break off.
When thawed, these damaged areas become very soggy, Stewart says.
