Breakfast pastries

Breakfast pastries reheat far more effectively in a toaster than in a microwave, similar to leftover pizza. It's all about getting the perfect texture, and toasters usually do a much better job of bringing back pastries to their crispy, golden-brown glory than microwaves do. Scones, Danishes, quickbreads (like banana bread and zucchini bread), and muffin tops are all excellent choices for toasting if you're wanting to warm up a morning snack.

With the help of accessories like a warming rack that attaches above the appliance, even pastries that don't always fit well into a toaster slot, like a croissant, can be cooked in a toaster. You may reheat your pan au chocolat in this manner without turning it into a pile of flaky crumbs.