Can you take back Sees candy?
At See's Candies, Inc. (“See's”), we love our candies and want you to love them, too. If for any reason you are unsatisfied with a See's product you purchased from us or one of our authorized sellers, we will gladly provide you with a refund or replace the candy free of charge.
How long is unopened Sees candy good for?
How long will boxed chocolates last? Most of our candies are meant to be sold and consumed within 60–120 days of production, when the candy is at its peak flavor level. Any candy not sold within our quality guidelines is pulled from the shelves and not sold to customers.
How do I know when my See's candy expires?
The first 3 digits tell you on what day of the year the bag or box was produced. The next 2 digits indicate the year, and the final 2 digits are our SunRidge lot number.
Can sees chocolate freeze?
They will usually remain at peak quality for 2 to 3 weeks at room temperature . For longer storage, they will keep well in the fridge for 2 to 3 months or for 6 months in the freezer.
Can old candy make you sick?
Expired candy can also carry microbes that can make you sick. Aramouni, who studies food safety and food allergies in his lab, said that there have even been cases of salmonella poisoning from the consumption of old chocolate.
How long can you keep an unopened box of chocolates?
In hot, humid environments, boxed chocolates should be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. How long do boxed chocolates last in the refrigerator? Boxed chocolates will keep well for about 9 to 12 months in the refrigerator.
Can you eat chocolate 2 years out of date?
Best before dates for dark chocolate products tend to be over 2 years, and you can normally eat the chocolate for up to 3 years past this if stored properly. Most resources state that milk chocolate can last approximately 1 year, but take this with a pinch of salt.
Can old chocolate make you sick?
USA Today explains that, while chocolate bars can go bad, it's unlikely that you'll get sick from eating last year's chocolate easter bunny. Generally, when chocolate bars expire, it's due to additives like peanut butter, dairy, or caramel.
Is out of date chocolate OK to eat?
Chocolate bars are best eaten as fresh as possible, but they can still be considered edible a few months after the best before date printed on the packaging. Some chocolate professionals also believe that chocolate becomes better as time goes by. Like wine, some new flavors may develop in the chocolate bar with aging.
Why you shouldn't put chocolate in the fridge?
Moisture in the fridge can also lead to “sugar bloom,” meaning the sugar rises to the surface and discolors the chocolate (which has no effect on flavor, but doesn't look too appealing). So instead of the fridge: Store it in a cool, dry place.
What is so special about Sees candy?
See's Candies has been making quality chocolate and candy Mary See's way for over 95 years. From the beginning, Mary took pride in her recipes and insisted on only the finest, freshest ingredients. Today, we're still just as committed to making candy the right way.
Why you shouldn't freeze chocolate?
Storing chocolate in the fridge or freezer will keep the heat from melting your chocolate and ruining the temper (that whitish coating on melted and re-hardened chocolate is the cocoa butter coming to the surface).
What happens if you eat expired Hard Candy?
Hartel says it's simply an issue of quality decline, not health; that is, “unless a tooth breaks.” Same goes for chocolate: Though it may exhibit some signs of age on the surface in the form of a chalky white “bloom,” eating it doesn't actually present any health risks, though the texture or flavor may be off.
Which candy can last indefinitely with good storage conditions?
The longest-lasting candy is hard candy like lollipops or Jolly Ranchers. When stored properly, they have an indefinite shelf life. For softer candies, dark chocolate lasts the longest.
How do you store hard candy long term?
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.
Do See's candy gift certificates expire?
Gift Certificate is redeemable at any See's Candies Shop in the continental U.S and will never expire.