Let's face it, bacteria and mold are like the unwanted guests at your brownie party - they show up uninvited and overstay their welcome. If you don't refrigerate your brownies, you're inviting these unwanted guests to join the fun, and trust me, you don't want that. A simple rule of thumb is to refrigerate your brownies if you live in a hot and humid climate or if you won't be consuming them within a day or two.
Think of it like leaving a pizza out on the counter - it's fine for a few hours, but after a while, it starts to get a little suspicious. Same thing with brownies - they're fine at room temperature for a bit, but after a while, they start to become a breeding ground for bacteria and mold. And let's be real, who wants to eat a brownie that's been compromised by unwanted microorganisms?
Now, I know some of you might be thinking, "But I've been leaving my brownies out for years and nothing's ever happened!" And to that, I say, lucky you! However, it's always better to err on the side of caution when it comes to food safety. Refrigerating your brownies is a simple way to ensure they stay fresh and safe to eat.
Do Buttermilk Brownies Need To Be Refrigerated at Sabrina Swensen blog
