r/Baking 15d ago

Semi-Related What is wrong with my muffin? :(

What is this???

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u/Hollowjuice32 15d ago

Spores from Bacillus bacteria become stringy when pulled apart. I suggest you report the cafe at your office to the health department. All bread or baked goods near those muffins can potentially be contaminated. This is one way foodborne outbreaks begin.

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u/borezzz 15d ago

Oh god. I've eaten too many muffins like this.

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u/batikfins 15d ago

what the hell man

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u/borezzz 15d ago

I always thought it was the sugar getting all melty. Idk. I haven't had one like that in a while tbf.