Storing macarons properly is the key to keeping them fresh and maintaining their texture and flavor. Below you’ll find the steps to take to make sure your macarons always taste delicious.
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Storing Macarons
There are several ways to store macarons to keep them fresh. You can refrigerate them short-term or freeze them long-term. I don’t recommend leaving them at room temperature because the shells can get soft due to the moisture in the fillings. If not stored correctly, the texture will change and instead of being crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, they may become stale and soft.
How to Keep Macarons Fresh
Place macarons in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator short-term or freezer long-term.
You can also place macarons in bakery boxes and keep them in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. I wouldn’t recommend longer than this as the boxes are not airtight.
How Long Do Macarons Last
- Refrigerator – Can last in the refrigerator for up to 1 week
- Freezer – Can last for 2-3 months
- Room Temperature – I don’t recommend leaving macarons at room temperature more than a couple of hours since the shells will become soft and the texture will be affected
How to Store Macaron Shells
After baking the shells, let them cool for about 20 minutes, place them in an airtight container, and then refrigerate them or put them in the freezer. The best way to store shells is side by side. This way you can fit a large number of shells and prevent any cracks. Shells can be kept in the refrigerator for 1 week or in the freezer for 2-3 months.
How to Store Macarons with Fillings
After baking the macarons, let them cool for about 30 minutes, fill them, and place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to mature. After 24 hours, you can either leave them in the refrigerator for a week or place them in the freezer for 2-3 months.
Do Macarons Need to be Refrigerated
Macarons should be kept in the refrigerator because this avoids the shells becoming soft.
How Long Can you Keep Macarons in the Fridge
Macarons can be kept in the fridge for 1 week. When ready to eat, bring them out about 30 minutes before so they can come to room temperature.
Can You Freeze Macarons
Macarons can be frozen for 2-3 months. If kept in the freezer for longer, both the texture and flavor may be affected. The day before you plan on eating them, transfer them to the refrigerator so they can defrost. Remove from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before eating so they can come to room temperature.
Can You Freeze Macarons with Fruit Fillings
Yes. I have frozen macarons filled with fruit jelly and they were fine when defrosted. The shells were not soggy and they tasted great.
How Long Do Macarons Last Unrefrigerated
Macarons can be kept at room temperature for a couple of hours. I wouldn’t recommend longer than that because humidity will affect the shells and can make them soft and sticky instead of chewy and crispy.