Does Hershey's hot fudge topping go bad?

Table of Contents:

1. Does Hershey's hot fudge topping go bad?
2. How long is unopened hot fudge good for?
3. Should Hershey's syrup be refrigerated?
4. What happens if you eat expired Hershey's syrup?
5. Should syrup be kept in the fridge?

Does Hershey's hot fudge topping go bad?

While unopened chocolate syrup can last for a very long time when stored properly, it will eventually degrade in quality, and then spoil. ... Once a bottle of chocolate syrup has been opened, it will typically stay good for about six months, when tightly sealed and stored in the refrigerator.

How long is unopened hot fudge good for?

2-3 years

Should Hershey's syrup be refrigerated?

Hershey's chocolate syrup recommends that you "refrigerate after opening", but unlike many other sauces with this recommendation (e.g. ketchup, mayonnaise, BBQ sauce etc.) chocolate syrup bottles are not sealed when sold on the shelf (i.e. there is nothing under the cap to remove before first use.

What happens if you eat expired Hershey's syrup?

It's still safe to consume, but if it doesn't taste as great as it used to, cut your losses and throw it out. A new bottle will be so much better. Of course, like most foods, chocolate syrup can spoil, especially if any contaminants get into the bottle.

Should syrup be kept in the fridge?

Maple Syrup Like ketchup, we tend to refrigerate open bottles of syrup to keep them fresh but it's unnecessary. ... Syrup can sometimes get moldy, but mold can grow in the refrigerator too. If you see mold, just throw it out. Conclusion: Keep your syrup in the cupboard, not the fridge.