How to preserve homemade chocolates?
I make my own homemade chocolates, fillings are also prepared by me.
The question is how to preserve the chocolates for a long period of time?
As in keeping it in a refrigerator is it the right way to make it stay for longer period of time? If I keep the molded chocolates outside of the refrigerator it often changes its shape; though keeping it in dry cool place, if its more than 80 pieces? If an order is been placed the quantity and quality is absolutely up to mark, but some times I lack in presentation because of the change in shape of some few pieces.
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The refrigerator will prevent the melting of the chocolate, but will add more serious problems - moisture through condensation. This causes sugar bloom, where the water dissolves the sugar, which basically ruins the piece.
Usually this can be mitigated with airtight sealing and proper handling, but this works best for square chocolate bars. As it seems that you want to store more elaborate chocolate pieces, I would worry about this approach being successful.
As you do this semi-professional, my recommendation would be to get a wine cooler; they usually have an operating temperature up to 18°C/65°F. This is the ideal storage temperature for chocolate.
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How long can you keep homemade chocolates?
Keep your treasured handmade chocolates and chocolate truffles in the fridge. They'll last two to three months there or in the freezer. At room temperature, they'd last only two to three weeks.How do you make homemade chocolate last longer?
Homemade chocolates stored in a tightly sealed airtight container will last 1-2 months in the fridge and 1-2 weeks in a cool room. Stored in an airtight freezer safe container they will keep for up to 6 months.How long can homemade chocolate candy be stored?
Chocolate candies will last up to two weeks in the fridge. Caramels can be stored at room temperature for up to two weeks. Store popcorn balls this way, too, but consume within one week for the best quality.Where do you store homemade chocolate?
Temperature and Humidity To keep chocolate fresh as long as possible, you need to keep it in a dark area, such as a pantry or cupboard, with moderate temperature and low humidity. Keep chocolate between 65 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit with a humidity of under 55%.How to store the chocolate and transport the chocolate Full detailed video
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