"Revive Your Brown Sugar: Tips for Softening and Preventing Drying Out"

Brown sugar hardens due to moisture evaporation when exposed to air. To prevent this, store it airtight and provide an additional source of moisture. To soften hardened brown sugar, use a microwave with a damp paper towel or a zip-top bag with water. Alternatively, use a Brown Sugar Bear, a soaked terra cotta piece that keeps brown sugar soft. To keep brown sugar soft from the start, transfer it to an airtight container or a zip-top bag and use a Brown Sugar Bear for extra moisture.