To have very crispy bread, it is best to let it defrost at room temperature.
Yes, the more you take your time, the more it retains its flavor and crispiness.
This is really the best way to defrost it without hardening it .
But be careful, you don’t have to go about it haphazardly.
How to do
– Take it out of the freezer.
– Surround it with a clean cloth.
– Let it thaw at room temperature for 1 hour.
– Turn the oven on to 180°.
– Place a bowl filled with water in the oven.
– Remove the cloth.
– Place it on a baking dish.
– Put it in the oven for 5 min.
Result: defrosted and crispy bread!
And there you have it, it’s defrosted naturally and it’s crispy just right!
Baking is essential to bring all the crispiness to the crust.
And the crumb remains very soft. A delight !
It’s almost like it’s fresh.
The little extra thing is to put the bowl of water.
Thanks to the steam, this creates a humid atmosphere in the oven.
This way the crumb does not become too hard.
You can use this method for small baths, flutes, or hamburger buns.
You can also use this tip to soften the baguette from the day before.
But we don’t always have the time or the desire to wait an hour…
So how do you defrost it faster?
Your turn…
Have you tried these grandmother’s tips for having crispy defrosted bread? Leave your opinion in the comments to find out if it was effective for you. We look forward to reading you!
