How to Soften Brown Sugar: A Head-to-Head Test
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Find out how to soften hard brown sugar—and how to keep it soft—in our review of five common techniques, including the apple test, the oven test, and more.
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4 simple ways to soften brown sugar
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The Quickest Way to Soften Brown Sugar
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Softening Brown Sugar - 6 Easy Ways to Soften Hard Brown Sugar
The Best Way to Soften Brown Sugar
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4 simple ways to soften brown sugar
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How to Soften Hard Brown Sugar
This is the 20-Second Secret to Soften Brown Sugar
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The Best Way to Soften Brown Sugar
The Best Way to Soften Brown Sugar
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How to Soften Brown Sugar (8 Ways!) - Jessica Gavin