Baking with Becky

There's nothing quite as delicious as bakery-fresh bread, but many people don't have time to visit the bakery every morning. Fortunately, you can purchase enough kaiser rolls for the whole week and enjoy them daily, as long as you store them properly. Here are four storage and usage tips that will help you enjoy your kaiser rolls with zero waste:

1. Store your kaiser rolls at room temperature.

Kaiser rolls are individual buns with a firm crust, which can actually help them stay fresh for longer. Your kaiser rolls will retain their delightful texture for several days, as long as you keep them in an airtight container. Before putting your kaiser rolls away, make sure they have completely cooled. Any residual warmth from baking can create condensation inside your storage container, leading to soggy rolls and mold.

2. Freeze leftover kaiser rolls after a few days.

While kaiser rolls will last for several days on the counter, they will not last indefinitely. Kaiser rolls are made from high-quality, natural ingredients, and do not include many of the preservatives found in bread purchased from the grocery store. As a result, they will mold faster than commercial bread. You can keep your kaiser rolls from spoiling by putting them in the freezer. Wrap each individual kaiser roll in aluminum foil before placing it in a freezer-safe bag.

3. Allow kaiser rolls to defrost on the counter or toast them to perfection.

When you're ready to use your kaiser rolls, you have a couple of options. You can remove the number of rolls you intend to use from the freezer and allow them to thaw on your kitchen counter. Once your bread has fully thawed, it will be as good as new. The downside to this method is the fact that it can take several hours for kaiser rolls to fully thaw. Fortunately, you can also toast your kaiser rolls or heat them in the oven to get them ready in a few short minutes. If you plan to toast your frozen kaiser rolls, you may want to slice them before freezing.

4. Don't throw away stale kaiser rolls.

Finally, you may find that you end up with stale kaiser rolls, despite your best intentions. Luckily, you don't need to throw stale kaiser rolls away. Instead, you can use them to make bread pudding, croutons, crostini, bread crumbs, and other delicious dishes. Kaiser rolls remain versatile and delicious at any age.

Keep these tips in mind when looking for kaiser rolls for sale near you.