Congratulations, you just made your first batch of ! Once the ice cream sundaes have been served, though, reality sets in — there aren't a ton of everyday uses for chocolate sauce, so what do you do with the rest of your yield? Luckily, homemade chocolate sauce can be frozen for up to a month without spoiling. Homemade chocolate sauces and syrups will typically contain dairy products like butter, so you can observe the same storage and freezing guidelines here as you would for milk or cream. The sauce can be kept in the refrigerator for a few days if stored in an airtight glass or plastic container.
Keeping dairy foods away from excess air prevents oxidation from setting in, which would accelerate the process of bacteria potentially growing within the food. Use a similar container when it's time to move the chocolate sauce to the freezer; just be sure to double-check that you're using . Otherwise, paper containers and thinner plastics may not be strong enough to prevent leakage and air contamination.
Bear in mind that these tips only apply to chocolate sauces that contain dairy elements. Major brand store-bought chocolate syrups are typically dairy-free, and stay shelf stable for much longer. Unopened chocolate syrup can be kept in a cool, dry place for up to two years; an open bottle will stay fresh in the fridge for six months.
How to thaw and reheat frozen chocolate sauce When you're ready to use your stored chocolate sauce, it will take a little finesse and planning ahe.
