A YouTube duo’s novel method for prolonging the freshness of bread is becoming a trend among UK households, promising to reduce food waste and extend the shelf life of various bread products.
Innovative Bread Storage Hack Gains Popularity Among UK Households
In an innovative twist to a common household task, a popular YouTube duo, operating under the name FrakkingCreations, has shared a novel method for extending the shelf life of bread, which is gaining traction among UK households. The husband and wife team claim that their method of storing bread, by cutting holes in the bread bag, can substantially prolong the freshness of various types of bread products.
FrakkingCreations suggests that this technique works effectively on a range of bread products, including farmer’s market bread, homemade bread, hotdog buns, English muffins, and speciality breads such as cheese to seed loaves. “In this case, you can see a little bit – it’s not too bad. If you see more condensation than this or bigger drops of water, adjust how many holes are in the bag,” they advise viewers, highlighting the importance of finding the right balance of aeration.
The YouTubers emphasise that this method can keep bread fresh for weeks, often beyond the typical ‘best before’ dates printed on the packaging. For instance, a loaf with a best before date of May 24 was reported to last until June, remaining mould-free and still tasting great. They credit the success of this hack to storing the bread in the fridge and creating strategic aeration to prevent moisture build-up, which is a common cause of mould.
The procedure involves using a pair of scissors to make small holes in the bread bag. These holes should be placed where the bag is tied, as well as at the base and top of the loaf, ensuring they are evenly spaced. This method helps in keeping the bread dry and free from the condensation that accelerates mould growth.
Alongside FrakkingCreations, Good Housekeeping has also provided its own tips for keeping bread fresh. They recommend wrapping bread in clingfilm to preserve its freshness.
This burgeoning trend offers a potential solution for households aiming to reduce food waste and save money by prolonging the usability of their bread products. As long as the bread is stored properly in a dry, cool place, and it has not developed any signs of mould, it can safely be consumed even a week past its ‘best before’ date.
With practical household hacks like these gaining popularity, it remains to be seen how widely such methods will be adopted and which other everyday items might benefit from similar unconventional storage solutions.