Why is a refrigerated brownie hard to cut or eat?

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From our September–October class Q&A. We’ve grouped related student questions and prepared this answer from the course reference.

Why is a refrigerated brownie hard to cut or eat?

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Butter firms up in the fridge, so a cold brownie can feel denser and harder than it did fresh. The class reference recommends letting it soften towards serving temperature, or gently warming a portion for a fudgier eating texture.

Don't mistake cold firmness for a reason to bake the brownie longer next time. Any ganache or other perishable topping still needs its own storage instructions.

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