How to Soften Margarine in the Microwave
Spontaneous bakers understand the annoyance of recipes calling for do-ahead steps, such as setting out the margarine to bring it to room temperature before you combine it with other ingredients. When a recipe calls for room-temperature margarine, you can use your microwave strategically. Cold margarine won't blend well with other ingredients, but melted margarine may alter the texture of your baked goods.
Things You'll Need
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Microwave-safe plate
Instructions
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Unwrap a stick of margarine and cut it into roughly even-sized pieces, about 1 tablespoon each. The margarine softens more quickly and evenly in smaller chunks.
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Set the margarine pieces on a microwave-safe plate, uncovered. Put the plate in the microwave.
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Set the microwave's power level to 30 percent or Low and the timer for 10 seconds. The lower setting and short time prevents melted or scalded margarine.
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Check the margarine after 10 seconds. If the pieces haven't softened to the point where your finger leaves a slight impression when you push the surface, continue heating it. Keep the microwave at 30 percent power or Low, and check the pieces at 10-second intervals.
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Remove the margarine when the pieces yield to your touch and before they start to turn runny.
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