You just brought home a box of macarons, or someone gave you one as a gift, and now you are wondering how to keep them from going stale before you have had a chance to enjoy them all. Good news: macarons actually store better than most bakery treats, if you handle them right.

How Long Do Macarons Last

• Room temperature: 1 day, best eaten fresh
• Refrigerated in an airtight container: 5 to 7 days
• Frozen in an airtight container: up to 2 months

Best flavor and texture is always within the first 3 to 4 days refrigerated.

The Right Way to Store Them

• Keep them in an airtight container. Macaron shells absorb moisture and odors fast, so an open box in the fridge next to leftovers is the fastest way to ruin them.
• Refrigerate, not freeze, if you are eating them within a week. Refrigeration keeps the shell's texture intact better than repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
• Let them come to room temperature before eating. Straight from the fridge, the filling is too firm and the flavor is muted. 15 to 20 minutes on the counter makes a real difference.

Can You Freeze Macarons
Yes, and it works well if you are not eating the whole box within a week. Freeze them in a single layer in an airtight container, then thaw in the fridge overnight before bringing to room temperature. Avoid thawing at room temperature directly, since condensation can make the shells soggy.

Signs They Have Gone Bad

• Shell feels soft, sticky, or wet rather than lightly crisp then chewy
• Filling has separated or smells off
• Visible mold, rare if stored properly, but check before eating anything past 10 days

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