How to properly store condensed milk at home

But at the same time, it is necessary to take into account the fact that condensed milk cannot be stored for a long time in inappropriate conditions. Therefore, every rule regarding saving a product must be considered very important.

Shelf life of condensed milk

Condensed milk can be used for no longer than 1 year. Therefore, you need to buy only condensed milk whose production date is more recent.

The shelf life of the product is also affected by the container it is in. In a standard tin can, condensed milk can be stored for a whole year. In packages with a dispenser (this is the best option, since in such a container the surface of the milk does not dry out and it can be stored in the refrigerator or just on the kitchen table) - six months.

Also, condensed milk product is sold in plastic containers and containers with a fixative. The condensed milk in them is suitable for consumption for 3 months. In addition, very often it is difficult to find a real high-quality product in such containers.

Condensed milk with the addition of coffee, cocoa or chicory has the same shelf life as without it.

How to store condensed milk at home

When storing condensed milk at home, it is very important to create optimal conditions for it:

• temperature indicators in the place where the product will be stored should range from 0 ° C to +10 ° C;
• air humidity indicators – from 75% – 85%.

How to store unopened condensed milk

Closed cans of condensed milk must be stored in the refrigerator. If there is a lot of product, then it can be placed on the shelves in the basement. The main thing is to make sure that the cans do not touch each other, otherwise they will begin to rust. At production, a special lubricant is applied to the containers, which prevents the formation of corrosion. You can't wipe it off.

Condensed milk in a plastic container should not be exposed to sunlight during storage.

How to store started condensed milk

The shelf life of condensed milk after opening the can is no longer than 5 days. After uncorking the container, the condensed milk should be poured into a glass jar, closed with a tight-fitting lid and placed in a refrigeration device. These subtleties will protect the product from contact with air and will not allow the product to become sugary ahead of time.

It is not recommended to put condensed milk in the freezer. In freezer conditions, the product will lose its original consistency.

Storing boiled condensed milk is no different from regular milk. Its shelf life is the same. It turns out that heat treatment does not add days to the period of its suitable use.

It is not advisable to eat candied condensed milk. But many housewives melt it and add it to tea, coffee or some sweet dishes.