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Simple Secrets to Storing Candy
I'll never understand those people who can nibble delicately at a piece of chocolate candy and then stop after eating only one. I do admire you, though. Such character and self discipline! This page is especially for you. If you are making candy for a special occasion, you want to be sure that you store it properly to maintain as much freshness as possible. Candy StorageAll candy should be stored in airtight containers or wrappers. This keeps the moisture out of your brittle candy. Of course, it also keeps the moisture in creamy candy. If you are making candy as a gift, you may want to individually wrap the pieces in foil or plastic wrap. Otherwise, you can simply store the candy between layers of wax paper. I love those old tins, which are great for storage or even gift giving. Just be sure they don't have a smell that might permeate your chocolates. That would be a tragedy! Glass jars are also very pretty for storing candy. Although, in my opinion, I think the candy seems to disappear faster when it can be easily seen! Plastic containers work as well, but are probably better for non-brittle candy as they tend to absorb more moisture. Freezing CandyCandy can be frozen if it is wrapped airtight. Creamy candy, particularly chocolate, will sometimes lose its fresh look, the taste will not be affected. To help keep the moisture in, allow the candy to be defrosted while it is sealed in its package. You can defrost it in the refrigerator or at room temperature. Candy Storage LimitsA general rule of thumb is that the harder the candy the longer it will stay fresh at room temperature. Brittles will keep for at least a few weeks. Caramels will last for a week or more if individually wrapped and stored in a good container. Of course, none of this takes into account how much self discipline you have. Me? I am lucky to keep my homemade candy around for more than a couple of days. I honestly do try. I freeze it so it won't be as easily available to me, but I swear I can hear it calling my name even from the freezer. Oh well, I guess that means I don't have to bother about the details of candy storage. Don't "spoil" it by failing to follow these simple tips for storing candy to keep it fresh. Return from Storing Candy to Chocolate Candy Making
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Storing candy at my house is never a problem. It doesn't last that long! 
