What is the shelf life of these rice cakes?
1098045
I used to order these rice cakes all the time. I used them pretty quickly so I can't tell you for sure how long they last. But I think they are pretty good for several months if they haven't been opened. If they get slightly stale you can put them in the microwave for about 30 seconds per cake or maybe a minute for 4 or 5 cakes, and it will crisp them up nicely. I still like these rice cakes but had to alter my diet so I haven't ordered any in a long time.
1098046
I recently had an open bag last longer than two months with no decrease in taste or crunch. Now, I did have the bag twisted shut and in a desk drawer all that time, so dark and cool may help.
1098047
The "date best used by" has always been at least one year from the date I've purchased these. I am not sure about the "shelf life" because they ALWAYS get eaten within a few months - I buy them by the case. I store them in the cupboard in the kitchen, and they have never lost their crispiness, flavor or any quality.
1098048
I have had rice cakes stay fresh for 6 months but you have to keep them in a dry and cool place. However, the best people to answer this are the makers themselves. It has happened to me to receive a batch of rather stale ones, once, granted something unusual, and when I called them and they checked the dates, it was found that they were rather old and Lundberg replaced them immediately. But I had bought them directly from their site.
1098049
I would agree with the other reviewer. When I ordered a case they remained fresh until they were gone. If you have a couple a day they'll be gone before it would be a concern.
1934700
I keep mine in the refrigerator. They should last a few months that way. They are delicious!
1737592
I still have some left over from last year in an air tight container and they're still as fresh as the day I bought them, still crunchy. So it depends on how and where you store them. They are composed entirely of sugar which is effected by moisture and air. So its up to you on the shelf life. Put them in an open bowl in an even remotely moist environment and they wont last a week. Unless you like them without the crunch and soft.
298179
I'm not sure what the shelf life is but the chemicals are in a capsule form so I would think as long as they are in cool, dry place they should last a reasonable amount of time.
771030
I would suggest putting in the fridge to ensure that the cake keeps! But it does keep them for a couple days at room temp.....but if they have fruit you need too refrigerate! Or the fruit will mold.....
1824363
There is no expiration date. Given the nature of the product, I'd think they have a long shelf life.
377556
Not real sure about shelf life. Might want to check on-line for more information.
325127
I store in the refrigerator, but I don't think I'd keep them for more than three months. I don't know anything about the expiration date.
2111600
Not sure of the "official" time for the shelf life. However, I have several packages and have had them on the cabinet shelf for at least 6 months and they are still just as good as the day I got them. They do not lose the taste or texture with the shelf time. I highly recommend these as they are convenient and tasty. I use them for last minute mini desserts. Hope this helps. Betty
819553
I keep mine in a cool dry place (cupboard) and have had no problems with expiring for two years and running. I noticed no appreciable degradation in taste or function even after two years in the cupboard. I eat it when the desire hits me and when it does, I might eat nothing but for days on end. I have even bought my own medium grain rice and ground it in my Kitchen Aide blender and just cooked it whenever. I tried the freezer route but it went bad on me. Somehow got ice crystals in it. Then someone told me to just keep it dry and it should stay good. It works for me so far...after a couple of years or so and still appears fine. I made a pot of it not too long ago and it tasted great. Good luck.
2139634
Mine have been about 2 years until expiration. I use when I bake cakes so have never had an issue with the dates.
709883
I have bought new sealed ones that were dried out, so I don't think the shelf life is very long. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.
1904041
They have a 2 year shelf life unopened. The quality of this product is unsurpassed. Although not required I refrigerate mine after opening.
1262321
It's not going to work on refrigerated stuff, so put them in rice, beans, oat meal and so on. You'll be able to tell just by the freshness over time and if there is nothing crawling around in whatever; they're working.
187335
I have not frozen mine, as they keep fine in the pantry before an expiration date. I would hazard a guess, that the texture may be compromised somewhat.
1934708
I store them on a shelf in the pantry. They come in a reclosable bag with a 'best by' date of 10/14. They won't last long, they're delicious!
315378
I watched a story on the news a few weeks ago on expiration dates on food products. Best if used by, best if used before, or best if purchased by a particular date doesn't mean its not still good to use...even milk and eggs can still be used after the expiration dates. Rice has a very long shelf life. No...your rice isn't expired. You can still eat and enjoy your black rice. I would.