How long fudge stay good

Close search. SHOP expand. Fudge is best stored at room temperature in an airtight container. We strongly suggest immediately upon receiving your treats, transfer to an airtight container. This will preserve freshness the longest, as it will prevent it from drying out. Think Rubbermaid-type options, glass with silicone lined lids, plastic with good snap on lids, etc.

Ziploc style baggies will NOT keep the Fudge fresh, however, good quality reusable silicone bags work well. While there is no set shelf life for fudge, you can approximate how long fudge will stay fresh when properly stored.

In general, fudge that is kept in an airtight container at room temperature will last for one to two weeks. Refrigerating fudge can extend its shelf life to two to three weeks. Freezing fudge will extend its shelf life to around three months, if tightly sealed.

Fudge should always be stored in an airtight container, to seal out excess moisture. Sealing the fudge will also protect it from the drying effects of air, as well as potential contaminants.

Fudge stored at room temperature should be kept away from light or heat, to prevent rapid spoilage. This will not only help to keep the moisture level steady, but will also prevent other flavors from being absorbed by the fudge.

Wrapping the fudge in wax paper before refrigerating it can help to regulate the moisture level. If possible, fudge should be frozen in as large a block as possible, as it can dry out more easily when cut into smaller pieces. Roll out a long sheet of aluminum foil on the countertop. Place the fudge on the foil in a single layer with some space in between each piece. Put a layer of wax or parchment paper over the first layer; stack a second layer on top of the first.

Continue layering with wax paper or parchment as a barrier between each layer until all the fudge is laid out on the aluminum foil. Fold the aluminum foil up and over the layers of fudge. Place another layer of aluminum foil perpendicular to the first to seal the open sides of the layers of fudge. Once the fudge is wrapped in the aluminum foil, slide it into a large, freezer-friendly self-sealing plastic bag. How to Freeze Shortbread Cookies.

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