Candy Storage Tips (2024)

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Candy Storage Tips? ›

Protect Candy in the Pantry.

Most candies will keep 2 to 3 weeks (if not longer) if stored tightly covered in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator. It's best to avoid storing different types of candy together in the same container because hard candies will become soft and sticky, and soft candies will dry out.

Hard candy - Hard candies can last up to a year when stored at room temperature or in a cool, dry location. Jellied candies - If the packaging has been opened, soft candies should be stored away from heat and light at room temperature (about 70 degrees). Stored in this manner, the candy should last 6-9 months.

Hard candies can last up to one year if they're stored in a cool, dry place away from humidity and heat. To keep hard candies from absorbing moisture from the air and other nearby treats, sprinkle them with finely ground sugar before stashing them in an airtight glass jar.

Hard candy like lollipops can last up to a year when stored at room temperature or in a cool, dry location. Gummies last for six to nine months from the date of purchase. Soft candies like caramel and jelly beans last six to nine months if the package has been opened and left at room temperature.

Use Caution When Freezing.

Freezing is a popular method for keeping candy over long periods of time. However, not all sweets are suited for the freezer. While toffee and truffles can be frozen for up to two months, avoid freezing candy with fruits and nuts.

Most candies do have expiration dates, but like most foods, these dates serve more as guidelines for when to consume them. It's generally fine to eat candy past its expiration date, though the quality and texture does decline after a certain point.

Store your candy in a cool – room temp or slightly less – and dry place. If it contains nuts or chocolate, it'll expire faster. If not, the less moisture and fat that type of candy has, the longer it will last. Upper end on lifespan for the most persevering candies is two years, but most are about 6 months.

Hard candy - hard candies can last up to a year when stored at room temperature or in a cool, dry location. Jellied candies - if the packaging has been opened, soft candies should be stored away from heat and light at room temperature of about 70 degrees. Stored in this manner, the candy should last 6-9 months.

Candy with dairy or nuts may expire faster due to the fats which can turn rancid, while high-sugar, low-moisture candies like lollipops and hard candies last longer.

How to preserve sweets for a long time? ›

Keep them out of direct sunlight, as UV rays can degrade both texture and taste; store in a cool, dry location to avoid moisture accumulation; avoid mixing different varieties together as strong flavors may mix and alter each treat's flavor profile.

"It depends on properties of the candy itself: how much moisture is in it and how much fat," Aramouni said. According to Blakeslee, if a candy appears extremely sticky or has a grainy texture, then it has most likely expired due to temperature abuse and the crystallization of sugar.

Some possible locations include: in a hollowed-out book, in a box or bag that you don't need anymore, in a solid-colored pencil box, in a small safe (if you have one), or under a rug. Remember, it's a SECRET stash - so keep it secret. But sharing it is fun, so make sure to tell a few people. Go ahead!

Make your candy hard to get to.

Similar to hiding your candy in layers, the longer it takes to get to your candy, the less likely someone will find it. Great places include under your clothes in a drawer, far under your bed, in a box at the very top of your shelf, and so forth.

Using a freezer allows for the moisture in candy to freeze. When brought to room temperature the moisture should be separated from the rest of the candy so it will melt away leaving a crunchy, chewy candy treat.

A pantry or cupboard is typically a good choice. Avoid the Fridge: While it may be tempting to stash your jelly beans or Reese's Cups in the fridge or freezer, beware. Cold temperatures can cause chocolate to "bloom" -- a white or gray film forms as the cocoa butter separates from the sugar.

Is Freeze-Dried Candy Healthier? In general, freeze-dried candy contains the same amount of nutrients as regular candy, with less moisture. Freeze-dried candy is better for your teeth, especially for people who have braces, and can last up to 25 years in the right conditions!