Download ArticleDownload ArticleThis article was reviewed by Marrow Private Chefs. Marrow Private Chefs are based in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. It is a chefs’ collective comprised of an ever-growing number of chefs and culinary professionals. Though regionally influenced primarily by coastal, traditional southern, cajun, and creole styles and flavors, the chefs at Marrow have a solid background in all types of cuisine with over 75 years of combined cooking experience.
This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources.
This article has been viewed 641,158 times.
If you bought a special loaf of bakery bread and you're wondering how to reheat it to preserve its taste and texture, your best bet is heating it in the oven for about 15 minutes. You can reheat bread on the stove, too, but some breads will come out a little chewy this way (and don't even try the microwave). And if you're looking for a classic, quick reheating method, nothing beats making toast.
Steps
Preheat the oven to 350 °F (177 °C). This is the best temperature for reheating bread. Any hotter and the bread could burn quickly. A lower temperature would require a longer cooking time, resulting in dry bread. If you want a soft interior with a chewy crust, 350℉ (175℃) is the way to go.[1]- It's better to slice the bread after reheating rather than slicing it before reheating. Sliced bread will heat quickly and become hard and crunchy if you're not careful.
- However, if you want to make bread crumbs or croutons, you can slice or dice the bread. Toss it with some melted butter, a dash of salt and pepper and some garlic powder, and you'll end up with a delicious topping for your salad.
Wrap the bread in foil. This will protect the crust and help stop it from getting burned while the inside of the bread heats. If you try to reheat it unwrapped, the crust could overcook and turn out hard.[2]Advertisement
Bake the bread for 10 to 15 minutes. For small or thin loaves of bread such as baguettes, limit the baking time to 10 minutes. For larger, thicker loaves of bread, bake for 15 minutes so the center has time to warm up.[3]
Remove the bread from the oven and serve. Serve the bread right away so it doesn't have time to cool again. Reheating bread a third time probably will result in a less-than-optimal taste and texture.
Wrap the bread in aluminum foil. This will help it heat evenly and protect it from getting burned during the reheating process.[4]
Place the bread in a pot with a lid. Use the smallest possible pot that will still comfortably hold the bread. Put the lid on the pot.
Place the pot on the stove over low heat. The low heat will gently warm the bread. Allow it to warm for about five minutes, then remove the bread and check to see if it has been thoroughly heated. If not, replace it in the pan and warm it for another few minutes.[5]- An alternative method is to wrap the bread and steam it in a steamer pan above simmering water. Wrap it well so the steam doesn't get through and make the bread go soft. This method won't really revive a crisp crust, but it's suitable for hard, dry, day-old bread.
- Slice your bread. Use a bread knife to slice it into slices thin enough to fit into your toaster, but substantial enough to hold together when you butter it or use it as part of a sandwich.
- Keep in mind that the thinner you make the slices, the more quickly the bread will toast, and the crisper it will turn out.
- You can toast thick, hearty slices in the oven if they won't fit in your toaster.
Toast your bread in a toaster. If you're looking for a quick, convenient, and effective toasting method, nothing beats a toaster. Load the bread into the slots, change the setting to your preferred level of doneness, and push down on the knob that lowers the toast into the toaster and turns it on. When the toast springs back up, it's ready to eat.- Be careful when you remove your bread from the toaster. You might need to let it cool for a moment if it's too hot to touch.
- Never stick a knife or fork into a toaster to extract the toast. Unplug the toaster and remove the toast.
Try toasting your bread in the oven. This adds a tasty gourmet touch, since nothing beats the texture of oven-toasted bread. Turn on the broiler in your oven and let it preheat. Place your bread slices on a baking sheet. Put the baking sheet under the broiler for two to five minutes, or until the bread is toasted to your preferred level of doneness.[6]- For extra delicious toast, try buttering the bread before you broil it.
- You can also melt cheese on the bread to make a great afternoon snack.
Community Q&A
- QuestionHow long should I reheat my brown bread in a steamer?
Community AnswerYou should reheat your brown bread in a steamer for about five minutes. This should not be too different from other types of bread. - QuestionHow do you make bruschetta with frozen French bread?
Meagan JewettCommunity AnswerThaw the bread first so that you can slice it easily, then toast it and add your toppings. - QuestionWhat is the best way to rewarm French bread?Community AnswerYou can reheat the bread in a microwave. First, wrap the bread twice with paper towels, as this helps keep the moisture in. Second, heat for short periods of time. It is best to heat small pieces for 10 to 12 seconds for a 900 watt microwave. Be careful not to leave the bread in too long as it may harden when it cools.
Tips
References
- ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-store-reheat-bread-advice-from-a-baker-175014
- ↑ https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/how-to-defrost-bread-thaw-step-by-step-article
- ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-store-reheat-bread-advice-from-a-baker-175014
- ↑ https://bakinghow.com/reheat-bread/
- ↑ https://bakinghow.com/reheat-bread/
- ↑ https://www.foodrepublic.com/1335186/absolute-best-way-toast-bread-without-toaster/
About This Article
To reheat bread, first preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Then, wrap the bread in some foil and place it in the oven. Heat the bread for 10-15 minutes, and enjoy! To reheat bread on the stovetop, wrap the bread in aluminum foil, then place it in a pot. Cover the pot and heat it over low heat for about 5 minutes. If the bread still isn’t warm enough, heat it for another few minutes. To learn how to reheat bread on the stovetop, scroll down!
Reader Success Stories
"Bought day-old bread at the grocery, added shredded cheese and butter. I just needed to know temp and time. It's awesome!"..." more
Did this article help you?
⚠️ Disclaimer:
Content from Wiki How English language website. Text is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License; additional terms may apply.
Wiki How does not encourage the violation of any laws, and cannot be responsible for any violations of such laws, should you link to this domain, or use, reproduce, or republish the information contained herein.
- - A few of these subjects are frequently censored by educational, governmental, corporate, parental and other filtering schemes.
- - Some articles may contain names, images, artworks or descriptions of events that some cultures restrict access to
- - Please note: Wiki How does not give you opinion about the law, or advice about medical. If you need specific advice (for example, medical, legal, financial or risk management), please seek a professional who is licensed or knowledgeable in that area.
- - Readers should not judge the importance of topics based on their coverage on Wiki How, nor think a topic is important just because it is the subject of a Wiki article.
