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### 🍞 3. Makes Baked Goods Softer and Fluffier
This one’s for the home bakers: placing a glass or small dish of water in the oven while baking things like **bread, rolls, or cakes** can work wonders. The steam:
– Prevents the crust from hardening too quickly
– Encourages a better rise
– Keeps baked goods **soft and moist**
That’s why professional bakers use steam ovens! This is an easy way to mimic that effect at home—no fancy equipment needed.
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### 🧼 4. Helps with Oven Cleaning
Trying to tackle a dirty oven without harsh chemicals? Steam to the rescue. Place an oven-safe bowl or glass of water inside and heat it at 450°F for about 20 minutes. The steam will loosen up grease and baked-on gunk, making it easier to wipe clean once the oven cools down.
**Pro Tip:** Add a splash of vinegar for an extra cleaning boost and natural deodorizer.
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### ⚠️ How to Do It Safely:
– Use an **oven-safe glass or ceramic** container (no plastic or thin glass).
– Don’t overfill—**1 cup of water** is enough.
– Place it on the middle or bottom rack.
– Monitor it if you’re keeping it in during baking or cleaning sessions.
– Never add cold water to a hot glass dish (it could shatter from the sudden temperature change).
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### 🏠 The Result? A Happier, Healthier Home
Who knew one simple glass of water could do so much? Whether you’re improving your indoor air quality, making your baked goods bakery-level good, or making cleanup easier, this is one of those hacks that’s low-effort, high-reward.
So next time you turn on your oven, try it. **Put a glass of water in there and let the magic happen.** Your home will thank you—and so will your nose, your bread, and your sanity.
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Want to combine this trick with some natural scent boosters or turn it into a full oven-cleaning routine? Let me know—I’ve got more hacks where this came from!
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