Bread Gone Coarse? 2 Easy Tips To Make Stale Bread Soft Again
Bread goes stale due to a process known as retrogradation. Retrogradation occurs when the starch molecules in bread undergo structural changes after it is baked. When bread is first baked, its starches absorb water, swell, and become gelatinized, giving the bread a soft and moist texture. However, as the bread cools down and is exposed to air, the moisture within the bread starts to migrate to the bread's crust, leaving the interior of the bread drier.