Does Candied Fruit Have to Be Refrigerated?

Store the sealed container of candied fruit in a dark, dry place that stays fairly cool. ... If you will use the fruit within a year, there is no need to refrigerate it. Put the container into the refrigerator if you will not use its contents within a year, however. Use the candied fruit within two years.

Does candied fruit spoil?

But it is safe to eat and will not spoil, since the sugar acts as a preservative. ... Be aware that the sugar may crystallize and the fruit become very hard. To counteract the crystallization and soften the fruit, the fruit can be soaked overnight in a cooked sugar syrup.

How long can candied fruit last?

Under good conditions, candied fruit can typically last for about two years on your shelf. Keep in mind that the two years suggested is a maximum of how long your fruit can last, and often due to the way that the food is made and the way it is stored, its flavor will begin to change after one year's time.