That batch of muffins or loaf of banana bread will last longer when stored or frozen properly.

Storage for quick bread is different.

For these, the goal is to retain moisture.

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Use these tips for how to store muffins and quick bread to maintain the best flavor and texture.

When ready to enjoy again, thaw at room temperature.

Shmear with butter or yourfavorite spreads; they’ll taste as good as new!

Or try creating something new out of your leftoverbanana bread, such as French toast.

Any one of ourtop muffin recipeswould be a delicious way to say good morning.

Take advantage of summer lemons with ourLemon-Poppy Seed Quickbread.

Freeze it for fall when you’re craving a citrus hit.

A summer bumper crop of zucchini means plenty ofZucchini Breadto be made.

Wrap it up and give it as a hostess gift or a Thanksgiving treat.