Can bread be stored in the refrigerator?

　　Experts point out that it is best not to store bread in the refrigerator, because bread stored in the refrigerator is prone to aging, causing the bread to become dry, hard, and crumbly.

　　Why does bread dry out and become hard in the refrigerator?

　　When bread is made, the starch absorbs water and expands.； During baking, the starch gelatinizes and the structure changes, making the bread soft and elastic. ； However, when bread is stored, the volume of starch continues to shrink and gas escapes, causing the bread to become hard and dry, which is commonly referred to as aging.

　　Can bread be stored in the refrigerator? Temperature is an important factor in bread aging. Research shows that the most suitable storage temperature for bread is 21℃-35℃. Bread stored at higher temperatures will age slowly. ； Above 35°C, the color and aroma of bread will be affected. When bread is stored at a lower temperature, it ages quickly. The temperature of the refrigerator compartment is about 2℃-6℃, which will accelerate the aging of bread. So, can bread be stored in the refrigerator? The answer is no.

　　If you must store bread in the refrigerator, you may wish to wrap the bread with three layers of plastic wrap first to keep it fresh without losing moisture.

　　Not all bread cannot be stored in the refrigerator

　　Butter and filled bread with a lot of sugar and fat are best stored in the refrigerator, otherwise they will go bad easily.

　　In addition, bread has a deodorizing effect. Every time you put bread in the refrigerator, if the plastic bag leaks a little, the bread will have a bad smell when you eat it again. Therefore, if the bread is placed in the refrigerator, it must be sealed well, otherwise the taste will be affected.

　　It is recommended that, except for butter and stuffed bread that contain a lot of sugar and fat, other breads are best stored at room temperature and must be sealed well when stored. If not sealed well, your bread will not only dry out, but also taste bad.