How long to store chocolates?
Easter has been there, and it's the return of chocolates in the cupboards.
We can bet it: the bells were very generous with the children (and maybe with you too!).
And unless you risk indigestion, your chocolate stock has grown considerably.
Rest assured ! You won't have to jump on the chocolates to eat them quickly. Chocolate is one of those products that keeps very well. Too bad for the foodies!
Besides, do you know how and for how long to store chocolates?
1. Several months away from heat and humidity
The rule of thumb for storing chocolates properly is to store them in a cool, dry place, away from light.
This little precaution will prevent a white film from forming on the surface of the chocolate. It is harmless, but quite unsightly when you want to serve your delicacies to your guests.
From there, you can keep all your “basic” chocolates (without any cream or specific filling) for months on end.
Those topped with cream or milk generally support one year of conservation, no more.
2. An indicative date of consumption limit
In any case, keep in mind that chocolate is one of those products that have an optimal consumption date and not a use-by date.
Concretely, the manufacturer does not guarantee that the product will retain all its taste properties, but you do not run no risk to consume it beyond the date indicated.
Nothing prevents you from cooking all your leftover chocolates to delight young and old once the Easter holidays have passed!
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