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Cornbread is a fluffy, sweet bread made with cornmeal. You can store homemade cornbread at room temperature, in the refrigerator, or in the freezer. The best method for you depends on how long you want your cornbread to stay fresh for.
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Wrap your cornbread in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Wrapping your cornbread will keep it from drying out. -
Place your cornbread in a dry, dark place. You don’t want your cornbread to be exposed to moisture or direct sunlight or it could go bad sooner. Put your cornbread on a shelf in your pantry, or put it inside of a bread box if you have one.[1]Advertisement -
Store your cornbread at room temperature for 1-2 days. If your cornbread develops mold or a bad smell, it’s gone bad and you should throw it away.[2]
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Let your cornbread fully cool off before you store it in the fridge. Storing your cornbread in the fridge when it’s still warm can cause moisture to build upon the surface, which will make it spoil faster.[3]
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Wrap your cornbread in plastic wrap. Plastic wrap will keep air and moisture away from your cornbread so it lasts longer.
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Store your cornbread in the fridge for up to 1 week. After 1 week, your cornbread will start to lose its flavor and go bad. If you see excessive moisture or mold, your cornbread has started to spoil and you should throw it out.[4] -
Eat your cornbread cold or reheat it in the oven. If you’re going to reheat it, take it out of the plastic wrap and place it on a baking sheet. Put your cornbread in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 350 °F (177 °C).
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Wait for your cornbread to fully cool off before putting it in the freezer. Putting warm cornbread in the freezer can cause moisture to build up, which will shorten the amount of time your cornbread stays fresh for.[5] -
Place your cornbread in a sealable plastic freezer bag. Use plastic bags specifically designed for the freezer so your cornbread doesn’t get freezer burn. Once your cornbread is in the bag, press out the excess air with your hands and seal the bag closed.[6]
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Put your bagged cornbread in a hard container if your freezer is crowded. That way your cornbread won’t get crushed. Make sure the container has a lid on it.[7]
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Store your cornbread in the freezer for 2-3 months. Write the date on the container so you know when your cornbread is expired.[8] -
Thaw your frozen cornbread before eating or reheating it. To thaw your cornbread, take the plastic freezer bag out of the freezer and put it in the fridge overnight. If you’re in a rush, thaw your cornbread at room temperature for several hours.[9]
- Once your cornbread is thawed, you can reheat it in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 350 °F (177 °C).
- Don’t eat your cornbread if you notice mold on it or if it has a bad smell.
Community Q&A
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QuestionHow long should I keep the pre-mixed cornbread in the fridge before baking?
MicheleTop AnswererI wouldn’t keep it more than a day or two. It’s best to cook cornbread fresh, then store the finished product.
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By making and storing cornbread, you can prepare cornbread dressing in no time, in case guests drop by.Thanks
Things You’ll Need
Storing Cornbread at Room Temperature
- Plastic wrap or aluminum foil
- Bread box (optional)
Storing Cornbread in the Fridge
- Plastic wrap
Storing Cornbread in the Freezer
- Sealable plastic freezer bag
- Hard container
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References
- ↑ https://www.quickeasycook.com/how-to-store-cornbread/
- ↑ https://www.stilltasty.com/fooditems/index/16959
- ↑ https://www.quickeasycook.com/how-to-store-cornbread/
- ↑ https://www.stilltasty.com/fooditems/index/16959
- ↑ https://www.quickeasycook.com/how-to-store-cornbread/
- ↑ https://www.quickeasycook.com/how-to-store-cornbread/
- ↑ https://www.quickeasycook.com/how-to-store-cornbread/
- ↑ https://www.stilltasty.com/fooditems/index/16959
- ↑ https://www.quickeasycook.com/how-to-store-cornbread/
About This Article
To store cornbread for 1-2 days, wrap it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and leave it out at room temperature. If you want your cornbread to stay fresh for longer, wrap it in plastic wrap and store it in the fridge for 1 week. You can even store your cornbread in the freezer in a sealable plastic freezer bag for up to 3 months! To learn how to reheat your cornbread so it tastes like it's fresh from the oven, scroll down!
