Hey there, fellow bakers, I just prepped all my ingredients for a delicious recipe, only to discover my brown sugar has turned into a rock-solid brick. We’ve all been there, right? The good news is, there are ways to quickly soften brown sugar without ruining your baking plans. So, before you toss that hardened block and head to the store, let’s explore some quick-fix methods for brown sugar resuscitation. Share your favorite brown sugar softening technique in the comments below.
As someone who loves to bake, I’ve found the quickest and most effective way to soften hardened brown sugar is to use the microwave method. First, I place the block of brown sugar in a microwave-safe bowl. Then, I wet a paper towel, wring it out so it’s just slightly damp, and lay it over the top of the sugar. I microwave the bowl in 20-second intervals, using a fork to break up the sugar between each interval, until the sugar has returned to its soft, scoopable texture. This method is so fast and easy, and it allows me to get back to baking without any delays. I’ve found it works great every time, no matter how hard the brown sugar has become.
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Place a damp paper towel over the bowl and microwave. Every fifteen seconds, split it up with a fork.